Senior Software Engineer

ESP Engineered; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy in architectural decisions

Modern tooling

Challenging projects at scale

Job summary

ESP Engineered in Pune District is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to build scalable backend services. You will work with technologies including Node.js, TypeScript, and NestJS, and be responsible for designing RESTful APIs while optimizing data strategies.

The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in backend development and a solid understanding of microservices architecture. Join us to tackle complex challenges and contribute to cutting-edge solutions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend development with Node.js and TypeScript.
• Extensive experience with NestJS (or similar frameworks).
• Deep understanding of Microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of scalable backend services.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and Event-Driven Architectures.
• Optimize data strategies using PostgreSQL and MongoDB.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

NestJS

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Apache Kafka

Docker

Tools

CI/CD tools

Job description

About us

EDMO is an AI-powered company that provides enrollment-centric solutions to universities, colleges, and higher education institutions. By streamlining repetitive tasks—such as document verification, transcript evaluation, SOP/essay reviews, and applicant matching—EDMO enables its clients to process student applications faster and more accurately. Its intelligent workflows not only reduce administrative workload but also empower admission advisors to focus on personalized guidance and student engagement.

With features like AI-powered chatbots, Photo ID verification, GPA calculator, and transfer credit evaluation, EDMO ensures transparency and efficiency across the enrollment journey. Institutions using EDMO services report significant time savings, improved decision-making, and enhanced student satisfaction.

At its core, EDMO is built to reimagine & streamline admissions—making them smarter, quicker, and more human-centric.

Senior Backend Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who thrives at the intersection of robust system design and rapid product delivery. You will be responsible for building the backbone of our platform, moving seamlessly between high-performance NestJS services, event-driven architectures with Kafka, and scalable cloud infrastructure.

You aren't just a coder; you are a distributed systems thinker who understands how to balance the simplicity of a monolith with the scalability of microservices.

Core Responsibilities

• Architect & Build: Lead the development of scalable backend services using Node.js, TypeScript, and NestJS.
• System Design: Design and implement both RESTful APIs and Event-Driven Architectures to support high-scale operations.
• Data Strategy: Optimize data persistence strategies using a mix of PostgreSQL for relational integrity and MongoDB for flexible document storage.
• Performance & Scaling: Implement advanced caching, rate-limiting, and background task processing using Redis.
• Event Streaming: Manage asynchronous communication and pub/sub systems via Apache Kafka to ensure system decoupling and reliability.
• Cloud Native Development: Deploy and manage services across AWS/GCP, leveraging Cloud Run, Serverless functions, and containerized environments.
• Code Excellence: Maintain high standards through automated testing, documentation, and peer reviews.

Technical Requirements

• Backend Mastery: 5+ years of experience in backend development, with expert-level proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript.
• Framework Experience: Extensive experience with NestJS (or similar DI-based frameworks) and Next.js for full-stack integration.
• Architecture: Deep understanding of Microservices, Monolith-to-Microservice transitions, and API Gateway patterns.
• Databases: Strong SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) skills, including schema design and query optimization.
• Infrastructure: Comfortable with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud schedulers/orchestration.
• Messaging: Proven experience with Apache Kafka or similar message brokers for complex event-driven workflows.

Bonus Points (The "Good to Have")

• Polyglot Mindset: Familiarity with Java-based services or the ability to navigate legacy Java codebases.
• AI/ML: Experience integrating GenAI/LLM APIs into production workflows.
• High Scale: Experience managing systems with 10k+ requests per second or TB-scale data.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Complex Challenges: We don't just build CRUD apps; we solve distributed systems problems at scale.

Modern Tooling: We stay on the bleeding edge of the TypeScript ecosystem.

Autonomy: We hire seniors to lead, not just to follow tickets. You’ll have a seat at the table for architectural decisions.