Senior Backend Developer (NodeJS/Go/Java)

Noon Academy; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Noon Academy, based in Bengaluru, is searching for a Senior Backend Developer. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative EdTech solutions that serve over 2 million students and require high system availability.

This role demands expertise in backend development, particularly in scalable and performant systems, and an understanding of both relational and NoSQL databases. The company values those passionate about creating impactful educational experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Backend Development.
• Strong understanding of CS fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience in designing and developing scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement multi-tier distributed software applications.
• Write high-quality, modular, and functional code.
• Drive and evolve products independently.

Skills

Backend Development

Data Structures

High Scalability

Agile Methodology

MYSQL

NoSQL

Node.js

Continuous Integration

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Redis

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Spark

Flink

Job description

Senior Backend Developer (NodeJS/Go/Java)

• Full-time

Noon Academy is a fast-growing EdTech startup. We have served 2 million students and are working day and night to grow to serve 50 million students by 2023. Our service is cool, yet requires very high performance and system availability. We connect students to teachers for on-demand tutoring sessions that are built upon the latest technologies such as Node.js, socket, Kubernetes, VoIP and different types of databases (Mysql, Mongo, Elastic Search, Graph DB etc.).

OUR MILLIONS of STUDENTS WILL NEED YOU TO help them succeed in their education!

WE'RE HIRING! If you're interested in such a massive, lasting impact on how people learn and grow, please let us know! We're always looking for top talent.

Noon Academy is looking for a Senior Backend Developer to join our growing team! We’re looking for a strong, dedicated engineer who is passionate about developing best-in-class products that will forever change education.

Who You Are

• Have at least 3+ years of experience in Backend Development
• Good understanding of CS fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms
• Strong Exposure in Designing and Developing High Traffic/Volume, Mission Critical, Low Latency, Highly Scalable End to End systems/Products.
• Should be able to own, drive and evolve products independently
• Design, and implement multi-tier distributed software applications. Write high-quality code that is modular, functional and testable; establish the best coding practices.
• Experience working in an agile environment, and are comfortable pushing teams to improve their ways of working
• Have experience with scalable relational Databases like MYSQL and NoSQL systems. Knowledge in Cassandra and Graph is a plus.
• Have a deep understanding of DataStores like Redis, Queues like Kafka, RabbitMQ and stream processing Tools like Spark/Flink.
• Knowledge in Node.js, Java, Sharded Databases is a plus.
• You have experience with building continuous integration pipelines, using CI/CD systems and automated testing.
• A degree in Computer Science or a similar area, Edtech industry experience, familiarity with data and analytics is a big plus.

• You care about web technologies, exploring data, usability, design, and learning.
• You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and can communicate your ideas.
• You value team success over personal success.