Senior Backend Engineer

Alaan; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Flexible hybrid culture

Travel allowances

Gym memberships

Job summary

Alaan is seeking a Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain server-side logic, databases, and APIs powering our fintech products. You will collaborate with frontend teams, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance systems that meet business needs.

Specifically, you will develop backend systems, RESTful APIs, and microservices; write clean code; and ensure security and reliability. Hybrid work culture and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of backend development experience with JavaScript/Node.js.
• Strong RESTful API and microservices design skills.
• Experience with cloud and DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Git).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend systems and services for performance and scalability.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices for our FinTech platform.
• Collaborate with frontend developers and product managers to deliver features.
• Write clean, reusable, and efficient code following best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications as needed.
• Ensure the security and integrity of backend systems, data, and APIs.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to the team.
• Monitor system performance and resolve production issues as they arise.

Skills

JavaScript

Node.js

NestJS

Express

Python

RESTful API design

MySQL

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Redis

Memcached

Mocha

Chai

Sinon

Jest

Microservices

Fintech / payments

CI/CD

Unit testing

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

About the role

As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic, database architecture, and APIs that power our products. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance systems that meet the needs of our business.

What you’ll do

• Develop and maintain backend systems and services to ensure optimal performance and scalability
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices for our FinTech platform
• Collaborate with front-end developers and product managers to define, develop, and deliver features
• Write clean, reusable, and efficient code, following best practices
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications as needed
• Ensure the security and integrity of backend systems, data, and APIs
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members
• Monitor system performance and resolve production issues as they arise

What we are looking for

• 4 to 6 years of experience in backend development - [JavaScript - Must Have]
• Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Node.js, NestJS, Express, or Python
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development
• Experience with databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL, and data modeling
• Familiarity with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and DevOps tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Proficiency with version control systems like Git
• Understanding of software development best practices, including testing, security, and scalability
• Experience with caching tools such as Redis or Memcached
• Knowledge of unit testing frameworks like Mocha, Chai, Sinon, or Jest
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Familiarity with fintech or payment systems
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools

What’s in it for you

• Contribute to building the Middle East’s most beloved fintech brand from the ground up
• Benefit from a role with significant ownership and accountability
• Thrive in a flexible hybrid culture with ample work-life balance
• Participate in exciting offsite events
• Competitive salary and equity
• Enjoy additional perks like travel allowances, gym memberships, and more