Backend Engineer – Node.js/Cloud Architecture

Winzons; India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

GCC Nexus in Bangalore is seeking a Backend Engineer to design, build, and scale production-grade systems powering a multi-vertical super app. You will contribute to architectural decisions and leverage AI-assisted development to deliver high-quality software.

The role requires 4+ years of backend experience with Node.js, RESTful APIs, and databases like Postgres, plus cloud and containerization skills. Join a fast-growing startup environment focused on impact and speed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 4+ years of Backend/Fullstack Development experience.
• Strong backend experience with Node.js.
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Experience with Postgres or similar databases.
• Familiarity with caching mechanisms (Redis).
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.).
• Strong understanding of clean code principles and maintainable architecture.
• Experience writing unit and integration tests.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices (OWASP basics).
• Understanding of system design fundamentals (scalability, performance).

Responsibilities

• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Design and build scalable backend services using Node.js.
• Architect clean, maintainable, and modular codebases.
• Design RESTful APIs and ensure performance and security best practices.
• Implement caching, performance optimization, and scalability patterns.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure reliability.
• Participate in system design discussions and technical decision-making.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements.
• Ensure observability through proper logging and monitoring practices.
• Collaborate with product, design, and other engineering teams.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to increase productivity while maintaining code quality.
• Take ownership of features from concept to production.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues in existing applications.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends in full-stack development.

Skills

Backend development

Node.js

RESTful APIs

Postgres

Redis caching

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

AI-assisted coding tools

Testing (unit/integration)

Agile

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Redis

AWS

GitLab CI

GitHub Actions

Job description

Company Name: GCC NexusJob Role: Backend EngineerWork Type: Full-TimeExperience: 4+ YearsQualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related fieldLocation: Bangalore

We are looking for a Backend Engineer who thinks beyond tickets and features. You will design, build, and scale production-grade systems powering a multi-vertical super app. You will contribute to architectural decisions and leverage modern engineering tools - including AI-assisted development - to deliver high-quality software at speed.

As a Backend Engineer you will :

• Build reusable code and libraries for future use
• Design and build scalable backend services using Node.js
• Architect clean, maintainable, and modular codebases
• Design RESTful APIs and ensure performance and security best practices
• Implement caching, performance optimization, and scalability patterns
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure reliability
• Participate in system design discussions and technical decision-making
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements
• Ensure observability through proper logging and monitoring practices
• Collaborate closely with product, design, and other engineering teams
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to increase productivity while maintaining code quality
• Take ownership of features from concept to production
• Troubleshoot and debug issues in existing applications
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends in full-stack development

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in Backend/Fullstack Development
• Strong backend experience with Node.js
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs
• Experience with databases such as Postgres or similar
• Familiarity with caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis)
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.)
• Strong understanding of clean code principles and maintainable architecture
• Experience writing unit and integration tests
• Familiarity with secure coding practices (authentication, authorization, OWASP basics)
• Understanding of system design fundamentals (scalability, performance, fault tolerance)
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Experience using AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor) to accelerate development
• Ability to critically evaluate and validate AI-generated code
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills independent of AI tools
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced startup environment
• Product-oriented thinking - understands business impact of technical decisions
• Strong problem-solving ability