Backend Developer

Yulu; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Yulu, India's leading shared micro-mobility platform, invites a Node.js Backend Developer in Bengaluru to design, build, and maintain scalable backend services for APIs and event-driven workflows.

Bring 4+ years of backend experience, expertise in MySQL, Redis, Kafka, REST APIs, security best practices, and strong collaborative skills with product, mobile, web, and QA teams. Nice-to-haves include cloud platforms, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Strong MySQL design, indexing, and query optimization.
• Practical Redis and Kafka experience with event-driven systems.
• Experience designing secure REST APIs and authentication methods.
• Familiarity with Git, debugging, and production support.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Node.js.
• Build secure, scalable REST APIs and integrate with internal and external systems.
• Work with MySQL to design schemas and optimize queries.
• Use Redis for caching and other application needs.
• Build and support event-driven workflows using Kafka.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams through development, testing, and release.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot production issues and improve reliability.

Skills

MySQL

Redis

Kafka

REST APIs

Security

Git

Code reviews

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Git

Docker

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

Job description

Yulu is India’s leading shared micro-mobility platform, revolutionizing urban transportation through smart, sustainable, and electric-first mobility solutions. With a rapidly growing fleet of tech-enabled electric two-wheelers and a robust battery-swapping infrastructure, Yulu makes last-mile commutes not only efficient but also planet-friendly.

Our IoT-driven platform and smart electric vehicles are helping cities reduce traffic congestion and carbon emissions while empowering millions with affordable and reliable transportation.

Backed by industry giants like Bajaj Auto and Magna International, Yulu operates at the intersection of mobility, technology, and sustainability. Our mission is to reduce congestion, cut emissions, and transform how India moves — one ride at a time.

With millions of rides completed, thousands of EVs on the road, and a rapidly expanding footprint, we’re not just building EVs — we’re building the future of urban mobility in India.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Node.js Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain reliable backend services. You’ll work with product, mobile, web, and QA teams to deliver scalable APIs and event-driven systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Node.js.
• Build secure, scalable REST APIs and integrate them with internal and external systems.
• Work with MySQL to design schemas, write queries, and improve database performance.
• Use Redis for caching and other application needs.
• Build and support event-driven workflows using Kafka.
• Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot production issues and improve system reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams through development, testing, and release.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.

Required Skills

• 4+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Good knowledge of MySQL, including schema design, indexing, and query optimization.
• Practical experience with Redis.
• Experience working with Kafka and event-driven systems.
• Understanding of REST API design, authentication, and security best practices.
• Familiarity with Git, debugging, and production support.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Good to Have

• Experience with cloud platforms and containerized deployments.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture.
• Experience with automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and performance optimization.

What We’re Looking For

A developer who takes ownership, pays attention to code quality, and can work collaboratively to deliver dependable backend systems.