Senior Software Developer - Node.Js

Rebel Foods; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from office (5 day week)

Job summary

Rebel Foods is hiring a senior backend developer to design, build, and maintain scalable services using Node.js, with opportunities to contribute to full-stack efforts. You will mentor junior developers, collaborate with product and design teams, and work across distributed systems using MySQL, MongoDB, and Kafka, while deploying on AWS/Azure/GCP in a modern, fast-paced environment.

We look for 5+ years in backend development, strong leadership, and experience with microservices, Docker, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience with Node.js focus.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and databases.
• Mentorship and leadership abilities with track record guiding juniors.
• Familiarity with microservices, CI/CD, and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (MySQL, MongoDB).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js.
• Contribute to full-stack efforts and provide guidance to juniors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions.
• Implement and manage databases (MySQL, MongoDB) and Kafka data streams.
• Leverage cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) to deploy and scale apps.
• Participate in code reviews and promote best practices.

Skills

Node.js

Java

React JS

Cloud platforms

Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

Microservices

MySQL

MongoDB

CI/CD

DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Kafka

Job description

5+ yrs

Work from office (5 day week)

About Rebel

We are surrounded by the world's leading consumer companies led by technology - Amazon for retail, Airbnb for hospitality, Uber for mobility, Netflix and Spotify for entertainment, etc. Food & Beverage is the only consumer sector where large players are still traditional restaurant companies. At Rebel Foods, we are challenging this status quo as we are building the world's most valuable restaurant company on the internet, superfast.

The opportunity for us is immense due to the exponential growth in the food delivery business worldwide which has helped us build 'The World's Largest Internet Restaurant Company' in the last few years. Rebel Foods' current presence in India & Middle East with close to 50 brands and 4500+ internet restaurants has been built on The Rebel Operating System.

While for us it is still Day 1, we know we are in the middle of a revolution towards creating never seen before customer-first experiences. We bring you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to disrupt the 500-year-old industry with technology at its core.

We urge you to refer to the below to understand how we are changing the restaurant industry before applying at Rebel Foods.

https://spirit.rebelfoods.com/why-is-rebel-foods-hiring-super-talented-engineers-b88586223ebe

https://spirit.rebelfoods.com/how-to-build-1000-restaurants-in-24-months-the-rebel-method-cb5b0cea4dc8

https://spirit.rebelfoods.com/winning-the-last-frontier-for-consumer-internet-5f2a659c43db

Responsibilities as SDE II / III Backend Developer

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality backend services and APIs using Node.js.
• Contribute to full-stack development efforts, leveraging Java skills when needed.
• Create low-level designs and perform requirement breakdowns to guide the development process.
• Lead by example, providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, product managers, and designers, to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Implement and manage database solutions using MySQL and MongoDB.
• Integrate and manage middleware solutions, including Kafka, to ensure robust data processing and communication.
• Utilize cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) to deploy, monitor, and scale applications effectively.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality and share knowledge with the team.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve the development process.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development with a strong focus on Node.js.
• Additional skills in Java/React JS is a plus.
• Strong mentorship and leadership abilities, with a proven track record of guiding junior developers.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their respective services.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing low-level designs (Db Modelling) and performing requirement breakdowns.
• Solid experience with relational databases (MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB).
• Knowledge of middleware solutions, particularly Kafka, for data streaming and processing.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and related best practices.
• Knowledge of front-end technologies and frameworks is a bonus.

The Rebel Culture

We believe in empowering and growing people to perform the best at their job functions. We follow Outcome-oriented, fail-fast iterative & collaborative culture to move fast in building tech solutions. Rebel is not a usual workplace. The following slides will give you a sense of our culture, how Rebel conducts itself and who will be the best fit for our company. We suggest you go through it before making up your mind.