Backend/API Developer

UST; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UST is seeking a Lead II - Software Engineering to design, develop, and scale backend APIs in a cloud-first environment. You will work on AWS-based microservices, implement secure authentication, and optimize performance across distributed systems.

Key duties include designing RESTful/GraphQL APIs, building CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact cloud solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend/API development experience.
• Hands-on AWS and cloud architecture expertise.
• Experience with REST/GraphQL APIs and scalable microservices.
• Solid relational and NoSQL database knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RESTful and GraphQL APIs with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
• Architect and deploy cloud solutions on AWS (EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, etc.).
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like CloudFormation, Terraform, or SAM.
• Optimize database performance and design schemas for relational and NoSQL databases.
• Implement authentication, authorization, and security best practices (OAuth, JWT, IAM roles).
• Monitor, debug, and optimize API performance using CloudWatch, X-Ray, and other AWS monitoring tools.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps teams.

Skills

Java

Python

Node.js

Go

C#

REST APIs

GraphQL

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

SAM

OpenAPI

Job description

UST Tittle: Lead II - Software Engineering

Who we are:

At UST, we help the world s best organizations grow and succeed through transformation. Bringing together the right talent, tools, and ideas, we work with our client to co-create lasting change. Together, with over 30,000 employees in 30+ countries, we build for boundless impact-touching billions of lives in the process. Visit us at .

Summary:

UST is looking for Backend/API developer

The Opportunity:

• We are seeking an experienced AWS + API Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable cloud-based solutions and RESTful/GraphQL APIs.
• You will work on microservices architectures, optimize cloud infrastructure, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop RESTful and GraphQL APIs with a focus on scalability, security, and performance Architect and deploy cloud solutions on AWS (EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, etc.)
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like CloudFormation, Terraform, or SAM Optimize database performance and design schemas for relational and NoSQL databases
• Implement authentication, authorization, and security best practices (OAuth, JWT, IAM roles) Monitor, debug, and optimize API performance using CloudWatch, X-Ray, and other AWS monitoring tools
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps teams

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend/API development
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, Python, Node.js, Go, or similar)
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud architecture Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing REST/GraphQL APIs Solid understanding of relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (DynamoDB, MongoDB)
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes or ECS preferred)
• Familiarity with Git and agile development practices Strong problem-solving skills and ability to write clean, maintainable code

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with serverless architectures (Lambda, API Gateway, Step Functions) Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform, CDK)
• Experience with message queues (SQS, SNS, Kafka) AWS certification (Solutions Architect, Developer Associate, or higher)
• Experience with API testing, security, and rate limiting Familiarity with monitoring tools (CloudWatch, Datadog, New Relic)

Technical Skills Summary

• Languages: Java, Python, Node.js, Go, C#, or similar
• AWS Services: Lambda, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, API Gateway, CloudFormation, IAM, CloudWatch, VPC
• Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
• Tools Frameworks: Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Jenkins, CircleCI, Terraform, OpenAPI/Swagger
• API Patterns: REST, GraphQL, gRPC, WebSockets, event-driven architectures

What we believe :

We re proud to embrace the same values that have shaped UST since the beginning. Since day one, we ve been building enduring relationships and a culture of integrity. And today, its those same values that are inspiring us to encourage innovation from everyone, to champion diversity and inclusion and to place people at the centre of everything we do.

Humility:

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity:

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity:

We honour our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation.

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

• To support and promote the values of UST.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures