Back End Developer

Asymmetric Labs; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Asymmetric Labs in Bengaluru, India, is seeking a backend developer who thrives on scalable systems and clean code. You will own APIs and backend services powering our AI-first ed-tech platform, with end-to-end responsibility in a fast-moving startup.

The role requires 3+ years of backend experience, strong Python (Django or Flask), MongoDB, and cloud deployment (AWS/GCP/Azure). You’ll contribute to design choices, code reviews, and rapid iteration with a small, focused team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of backend development experience.
• Proficient in Python with Django or Flask.
• Experience with MongoDB or similar databases.
• Experience deploying on cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain highly scalable backend systems and APIs.
• Work with MongoDB and other data stores (NoSQL/SQL).
• Design, deploy, and operate services on cloud infrastructure.
• Optimize performance and reliability at scale.
• Contribute to code reviews and system architecture decisions.
• Collaborate with the tech team in short feedback loops to ship, learn, and iterate quickly.

Skills

Backend development

Python (Django/Flask)

APIs & microservices

NoSQL (MongoDB)

Cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

MongoDB

AWS

Job description

Asymmetric Labs is an AI-first, new-age ed-tech company focused on delivering measurable

outcomes such as improved ranks, job placements, and sustained career progression. Currently in

stealth mode.

• Backed by Tier 1 US VCs
• Founding team of serial entrepreneurs
• Global team (Singapore / India / US)

Team members work on cutting-edge learning technologies that aim to redefine how learners

achieve their goals.

About the Role

We're looking for a backend developer who thinks critically about system design, clean code, and

long-term scalability. You'll be part of a lean, fast-moving team, responsible for building and

maintaining the APIs and backend services that power our platform.

This is a high-ownership role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and

takes end-to-end responsibility for the systems they build.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain highly scalable backend systems and APIs
• Work with MongoDB and other data stores (NoSQL/SQL)
• Design, deploy, and operate services on cloud infrastructure
• Optimize performance and reliability at scale
• Contribute to code reviews and system architecture decisions
• Collaborate with the tech team in short feedback loops to ship, learn, and iterate quickly.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 3+ years of backend development experience
• Languages: Proficiency in Python (preferably Django or Flask)
• Databases: Strong hands-on experience with MongoDB or similar databases
• Cloud: Experience building and deploying on cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure)
• Architecture: Solid understanding of API design and backend architecture principles
• Code Quality: Obsession with clean, maintainable code and modular design
• Mindset: A “tech purist” approach you enjoy building things the right way, not just fastest way
• Bonus: Exposure to early-stage startups, open-source contributions, or serious side projects
• Education: Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent self-taught experience

Critical Aspects

• No Vibe Coding: You can write, read, and reason through code independently. AI tools are an
• accelerant, not a crutch
• System Design Thinking: You think in terms of systems, trade-offs, and scale, not just
• individual features