Senior backend engineer

CodeChavo · Bangalore g.p.o., India

Job Description

Experience : 3+ Years

We are looking for a highly skilled Backend Engineer with strong expertise in Node.js, backend system design, and Data Structures & Algorithms. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, building scalable systems, and solving complex engineering problems.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js

Build and optimize high-performance APIs and microservices

Work on system design for large-scale distributed applications

Ensure code quality, performance, and security best practices

Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and Dev Ops teams

Participate in technical design discussions and architecture decisions

Debug production issues and optimize system performance

Required Skills

3+ years of backend development experience

Strong hands-on experience with Node.js (Express / Nest JS preferred)

Solid understanding of backend system design & architecture

Strong Experience in PHP

Strong grasp of Data Structures & Algorithms (DSA)

Experience with REST APIs and/or Graph QL

Knowledge of databases (SQL/No SQL like My SQL, Postgre SQL, Mongo DB)

Familiarity with caching (Redis) and message queues is a plus

Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) is a bonus

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Good to Have

Experience with microservices architecture

Knowledge of Docker/Kubernetes

Exposure to CI/CD pipelines

Experience in high-scale or product-based companies.