Lead Backend Engineer – SaaS Platform

SkillPad; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

SkillPad is looking for a Lead Backend Engineer located in Bengaluru, India, to architect, build, and optimize scalable backend systems using Java, Golang, or Node.js. The ideal candidate will own the design of APIs and databases, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with product and DevOps teams.

This role requires 5-8 years of experience in backend engineering, ensuring seamless delivery of high-quality code and services.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in backend engineering.
• Proficiency in Java, Golang, or Node.js.
• Experience in designing APIs, databases, and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and optimize scalable backend systems.
• Own design of APIs, databases, and microservices architecture.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers; ensure code quality.
• Collaborate with product and DevOps teams.

Skills

Java

Golang

Node.js

API Design

Database Architecture

Mentorship

Job description

Overview

Experience: 5–8 years

Our client, a well-funded SaaS startup, is looking for a Lead Backend Engineer to design and scale core services powering their next-gen platform.

What you’ll do

• Architect, build, and optimize scalable backend systems (Java / Golang / Node.js).
• Own design of APIs, databases, and microservices architecture.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers; ensure code quality.
• Collaborate with product and DevOps teams for seamless delivery.