Backend Architect – Node.js

Group Bayport; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Group Bayport, headquartered in Atlanta, is scaling its backend to a microservices-based, headless architecture to deliver API responses under 200ms for its high-scale B2C and B2B eCommerce platforms. As Backend Architect, you will own the end-to-end design and drive modernization across services.

You will mentor teams, set API standards, collaborate with DevOps on AWS/Kubernetes, and ensure low latency, high availability, and robust observability.

Qualifications

• Experience with high-traffic eCommerce platforms (B2C).
• Exposure to headless commerce architecture.
• Experience handling high concurrency systems.
• Knowledge of multi-region deployments and scaling strategies.
• 10+ years of experience in developing high performing Node.js applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the end-to-end backend architecture for a high-scale B2C eCommerce platform
• Lead migration from monolithic (PHP/Magento) to microservices architecture
• Design systems to ensure low latency, high availability, and scalability
• Architect and implement headless backend solutions
• Build and govern RESTful API standards and service contracts
• Optimize performance using caching (Redis), indexing, and database tuning
• Ensure robust logging, monitoring, and observability
• Collaborate with DevOps on cloud-native deployments (AWS, Kubernetes/EKS)
• Mentor engineering teams and drive best practices in code quality, security, and testing
• Use AI based tool for increasing efficiency, innovation, quality

Skills

Node.js

Microservices

Headless commerce

High concurrency systems

RESTful APIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Redis

Elasticsearch

Varnish

CDN integrations

Git

Job description

Group Bayport, headquartered in Atlanta (USA), is a rapidly growing global e-Commerce B2B2C, B2B and B2C organization that has re-defined the business of delivering high-quality custom products through a unique blend of cutting-edge digital technologies, robust manufacturing capabilities and global supply chain. An industry leader in print technology, Group Bayport operates in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, UK, and India through its family of brands – BannerBuzz, Covers & All, Vivyx Printing, Circle One, Giant Media, Neon Earth, Optamark and Northcape.

While our advanced technology and customer focus are certainly our salient attributes, our true strength comes from our team of 1500+ people. Having scaled to USD 150mn in 11 years, we believe we are at the cusp of exponential and disruptive growth ahead.

For more about Group Bayport, please visit www.groupbayport.com

Position Overview

As a Backend Architect, you will be responsible for overall design and implementation of our backend systems. You will lead the transition to a microservices architecture, ensuring that all services are efficient, scalable, and capable of delivering API responses in under 200ms. Your expertise in various backend technologies will be essential in guiding the team through the development of robust and efficient solutions.

Role Summary

As a Backend Architect, you will be responsible for the overall design, scalability, and performance of our backend systems. You will lead the transition to a microservices-based, headless architecture, ensuring systems are resilient, scalable, and capable of delivering API response times under 200ms.

You will play a critical role in driving technology strategy, system modernization, and engineering excellence across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Define and own the end-to-end backend architecture for a high-scale B2C eCommerce platform


• Lead migration from monolithic (PHP/Magento) to microservices architecture


• Design systems to ensure low latency, high availability, and scalability


• Architect and implement headless backend solutions


• Build and govern RESTful API standards and service contracts


• Optimize performance using caching (Redis), indexing, and database tuning


• Ensure robust logging, monitoring, and observability


• Collaborate with DevOps on cloud-native deployments (AWS, Kubernetes/EKS)


• Mentor engineering teams and drive best practices in code quality, security, and testing


• Use AI based tool for increasing efficiency, innovation, quality

You should have

• Experience with high-traffic eCommerce platforms (B2C)


• Exposure to headless commerce architecture


• Experience handling high concurrency systems


• Knowledge of multi-region deployments and scaling strategies

Educational Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.


• 10+ years of experience in developing high performing Node.js applications.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Redis, Elasticsearch, Varnish, and CDN integrations.


• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and cloud-based deployments.


• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.


• Experience with headless commerce, PWA, or GraphQL APIs.


• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps practices.


• Exposure to enterprise-scale e-commerce solutions.


• Frameworks: Django, Flask, FastAPI , NestJS