Backend Developer

Piston Technologies Inc; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 840,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Provident Fund

Job summary

Piston Technologies Inc in Kolkata, West Bengal is seeking a Backend Developer with 5+ years of backend experience, strong PostgreSQL expertise, and proficiency in ExpressJS and Node.js to build scalable services.

You will design schemas, optimize queries, develop RESTful APIs, collaborate with frontend teams, and ensure secure, robust backend architectures. Experience with Docker/Kubernetes and cloud platforms is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• Expertise in PostgreSQL, including query optimization, replication, and indexing.
• Strong knowledge of ExpressJS and Node.js.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, and Agile practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using ExpressJS.
• Architect, optimize, and manage PostgreSQL databases for performance.
• Implement schemas, indexing, and query optimizations.
• Develop RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.
• Ensure security, perform code reviews, and optimize performance.
• Maintain documentation and collaborate on system architecture.

Skills

PostgreSQL

ExpressJS

Node.js

APIs

Git

CI/CD

Agile

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Job Title

Backend Developer

Location

Kolkata, West Bengal (or specify remote/hybrid options)

Experience

5+ years

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Developer with extensive experience in PostgreSQL and database architecture. The ideal candidate will be proficient in building scalable and efficient backend systems using ExpressJS. You will work closely with our development team to optimize databases, enhance application performance, and create robust backend solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using ExpressJS.
• Architect, optimize, and manage PostgreSQL databases for high performance and scalability.
• Implement database schemas, indexing strategies, and query optimizations.
• Collaborate with frontend developers and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of backend services.
• Develop RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.
• Ensure security best practices, including authentication and authorization.
• Perform code reviews, troubleshoot bugs, and optimize backend performance.
• Maintain documentation and participate in team discussions on system architecture.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in backend development.
• Expertise in PostgreSQL, including query optimization, replication, and indexing.
• Strong understanding of database architecture and relational database design principles.
• Proficiency in ExpressJS and Node.js.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a plus.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD processes.
• Knowledge of Git, testing frameworks, and Agile development methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Exposure to caching mechanisms like Redis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.

Job Types

Full-time

Permanent Pay

₹840,000.00 - ₹1,300,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Location Type

• In-person

Schedule

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate

• Kolkata, West Bengal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience

• Back-end development: 5 years (Required)
• Express.js: 4 years (Required)
• Node.js: 3 years (Required)
• APIs: 3 years (Required)
• PostgreSQL: 4 years (Required)

Location

• Kolkata, West Bengal (Preferred)