Back end developer
Asymmetric Labs · Bangalore g.p.o., India
Job Description
About the Company
Asymmetric Labs is an AI-first, new-age ed-tech company focused on delivering measurable
outcomes such as improved ranks, job placements, and sustained career progression. Currently in
stealth mode.
Backed by Tier 1 US VCs Founding team of serial entrepreneurs Global team (Singapore / India / US)Team members work on cutting-edge learning technologies that aim to redefine how learners
achieve their goals.
About the Role
We're looking for a backend developer who thinks critically about system design, clean code, and
long-term scalability. You'll be part of a lean, fast-moving team, responsible for building and
maintaining the APIs and backend services that power our platform.
This is a high-ownership role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and
takes end-to-end responsibility for the systems they build.
What You'll Do
Develop and maintain highly scalable backend systems and APIs Work with Mongo DB and other data stores (No SQL/SQL) Design, deploy, and operate services on cloud infrastructure Optimize performance and reliability at scale Contribute to code reviews and system architecture decisions Collaborate with the tech team in short feedback loops to ship, learn, and iterate quickly.What We're Looking For
Experience: 3+ years of backend development experience Languages: Proficiency in Python (preferably Django or Flask) Databases: Strong hands-on experience with Mongo DB or similar databases Cloud: Experience building and deploying on cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure) Architecture: Solid understanding of API design and backend architecture principles Code Quality: Obsession with clean, maintainable code and modular design Mindset: A "tech purist" approach you enjoy building things the right way, not just thefastest way
Bonus: Exposure to early-stage startups, open-source contributions, or serious side projects Education: Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent self-taught experienceCritical Aspects
• No Vibe Coding: You can write, read, and reason through code independently. AI tools are an
accelerant, not a crutch
• System Design Thinking: You think in terms of systems, trade-offs, and scale, not just
individual features
Work Location: Bengaluru, HSR Layout (Work From Office).
Details
| Company | Asymmetric Labs |
| Location | Bangalore g.p.o., India |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | tech |
| Experience | permanent |