Sr Backend Engineer

People10 Technologgies; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

People10 Technologgies is hiring a Backend Engineer to build scalable enterprise applications using Node.js. You will develop RESTful services, work with SQL databases, and participate in CI/CD within an Agile team.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of backend experience, strong testing skills (Jest/Mocha), and a solid foundation in OOP, data structures, and security practices. The role offers growth toward senior, tech-lead, or architect tracks.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of hands-on backend development with Node.js.
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of asynchronous programming and event-driven architecture.
• Proficiency with SQL databases, data modeling, and query optimization.
• Strong OOP, data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Experience writing automated unit tests (Jest, Mocha).
• Understanding authentication, authorization and security basics.
• Ability to write clean, modular, testable code and debug effectively.
• Good communication and collaboration in an Agile team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Node.js backend services.
• Build RESTful APIs and integrate with databases and external systems.
• Write clean, reusable code and ensure security and performance.
• Create automated unit and integration tests for reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and CI/CD processes.
• Contribute to architecture discussions and technical design.
• Work with relational databases, optimize queries, and manage data.
• Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement fixes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile ceremonies.

Skills

Node.js

REST APIs

Asynchronous

SQL databases

OOP fundamentals

Unit testing

Debugging

Agile collaboration

Problem solving

Code reviews

Tools

Jest

Mocha

Azure DevOps

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

The Role

As part of a global enterprise technology team, you will contribute to building robust, scalable, and high-performance enterprise applications using Node.js. You will work with modern backend technologies, follow industry best practices, and develop secure, maintainable, and efficient software solutions.

You will work in a collaborative Agile team comprising Architects, Technical Leads, Scrum Masters, Business Analysts, Developers, QA Automation Engineers, and DevOps experts, reporting to the Team Manager.

As a Backend Engineer, you will have opportunities to grow into roles such as Senior Engineer, Technical Lead, Solution Architect, or managerial and techno‑functional career streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and services using Node.js.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and integrate backend services with databases and external systems.
• Write clean, reusable, maintainable, and efficient code following industry best practices.
• Implement secure and high-performance backend solutions.
• Write automated unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and follow continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices.
• Contribute to application architecture and technical design discussions.
• Work with relational databases, optimize queries, and ensure efficient data management.
• Troubleshoot backend issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and technical discussions.

Requirements

Must‑Have Skills

• 3–4 years of hands‑on experience in backend development using Node.js.
• Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs.
• Good understanding of asynchronous programming, event‑driven architecture, and Node.js fundamentals.
• Hands‑on experience with SQL databases, data modelling, and query optimization.
• Strong fundamentals in OOP, data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Experience writing automated unit tests using Jest, Mocha, or equivalent frameworks.
• Understanding of authentication, authorization, error handling, and backend application security.
• Ability to write clean, modular, reusable, and testable code.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within an Agile team.

Good‑to‑Have Skills

• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
• Knowledge of Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment processes.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Exposure to Docker, containerization, and cloud‑based application deployment.
• Understanding of Test‑Driven Development (TDD) and Agile engineering practices.
• Familiarity with caching, message queues, application monitoring, and performance optimization.

Work Culture at People10

At People10, you will be part of an exceptional work environment surrounded by supportive colleagues and a culture where feedback flows freely. Our open‑door policy, regular leadership connects, and learning initiatives—including coding challenges, meetups, and knowledge‑sharing sessions—support continuous learning and career growth.

People10 is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

About People10

People10 is a new‑age Agile and Lean Product Engineering firm that empowers businesses to build reliable, scalable digital solutions. With more than 10 years of successful operations in India and the United States, we deliver custom solutions across web, mobile, cloud, and data analytics using Agile and Lean engineering practices.

Our approach enables faster time to market, improved product quality, reduced risk, and greater transparency.