Backend Engineer

Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join our dynamic SaaS & AI engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Node.js, Postgres DB, Kafka, and additional experience with Python Flask. This role is pivotal in developing our cutting-edge AI-powered workout product, which aims to revolutionize personal fitness experiences by offering highly personalized and data-driven workout plans.

Key Responsibilities

• ● Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Node.js.
• ● Optimize database systems, specifically Postgres, for performance and reliability.
• ● Implement and manage message brokers using Kafka.
• ● Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• ● Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• ● Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• ● Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• ● Ensure the security and data protection of backend services.
• ● Create and maintain technical documentation.
• ● Participate in Agile/Scrum development processes.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in backend development. Technical Skills:
• ● Proficient in Node.js and related frameworks.
• ● Strong experience with Postgres DB, including schema design and optimization.
• ● Hands-on experience with Kafka for event streaming and messaging.
• ● Experience with Python Flask is a plus.