Backend Engineer - Python/Node.js (2-4 yrs)

Job Description :

We're seeking an experienced Backend Software Engineer to join our team. As a backend engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying scalable backends for the products we build at NonStop. This includes APIs, databases, and server-side logic.

Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and deploy backend systems, including APIs, databases, and server-side logic

- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code that adheres to industry standards and best practices

- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the codebase

- Debug and resolve issues in the existing codebase

- Develop and execute unit tests to ensure high code quality

- Work with DevOps engineers to ensure seamless deployment of software changes

- Monitor application performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize systems for better scalability and efficiency

- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies; advocate for best practices and new ideas within the team

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements

Requirements :

- At least 2+ years of experience building scalable and reliable backend systems

- Strong proficiency in either of the programming languages such as Python, Node.js, Golang, RoR

- Experience with either of the frameworks such as Django, Express, gRPC

- Knowledge of database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra, or Redis

- Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

- Understanding of software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum

- Ability to demonstrate flexibility wrt picking a new technology stack and ramping up on the same fairly quickly

- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

- Good written and verbal communication skills in English