Job Description
Job Title: Lead Backend Engineer
Role Summary:
As a Lead Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the backend architecture and leading a talented team of engineers. Your expertise in a diverse tech stack and your leadership skills will be essential in driving our backend projects to success.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership: Guide and mentor a team of 5-6 backend engineers to deliver high-quality code, adhere to best practices, and meet project deadlines.
Hands-on Development: Develop robust and scalable backend systems using TypeScript, Node.js, and Nestjs.
Database Management: Manage databases PostgreSQL and MongoDB, implementing efficient data storage and retrieval strategies.
Elasticsearch Expertise: Leverage Elasticsearch for complex data structures and relationships.
Complex Data Structures: Work with Neptune and Gremlin to handle complex data structures and relationships.
Coding Standards: Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain high-quality software.
Collaboration: Collaborate closely with frontend teams, designers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration and alignment with business goals.
Project Management: Plan, track, and report on project progress, managing resources effectively to meet deadlines.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in backend development.
Strong proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Neptune, and Gremlin.
Proven experience leading a team of engineers.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Experience in a fast-paced, agile environment.
Prior experience in a similar lead role.
Contributions to open-source projects or a strong GitHub portfolio.
About Us:
Apport Software Solutions Private Limited is a dynamic and innovative SAAS-based product company offering conversational commerce and empowering global brands with scalable personal commerce and relationship-led sales on WhatsApp. We have over 7000+ customers across 140+ countries using our technology to grow digitally. Backed up by investors from Silicon Valley, Info Edge Ventures, and BEENEXT Asia, we are headquartered in Mumbai, India.
Our Products:
We offer two products: QuickSell and DoubleTick. QuickSell is a sales acceleration commerce suite that empowers businesses to translate conversations into conversions on customer-first channels like WhatsApp through assisted personal commerce. DoubleTick is a mobile-first conversational CRM built on top of WhatsApp Business API to unlock WhatsApp's marketing and sales capabilities.
Some of our notable brands powered by DoubleTick include GRT Jewellers, Raheja Developers, Sabyasachi, Tarun Tahiliani, ICRA, BVC Logistics, RS Brothers, Manepally Jewellers, Tupperware, Birla Brainiacs KGK Group, Walking Tree, CKC Group, Malabar Diamonds and Gold, BVC Logistics, Emerald India, Prima Art, Siroya, SabyaSachi, etc.
Role Summary:
As a Lead Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the backend architecture and leading a talented team of engineers. Your expertise in a diverse tech stack and your leadership skills will be essential in driving our backend projects to success.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership: Guide and mentor a team of 5-6 backend engineers to deliver high-quality code, adhere to best practices, and meet project deadlines.
Hands-on Development: Develop robust and scalable backend systems using TypeScript, Node.js, and Nestjs.
Database Management: Manage databases PostgreSQL and MongoDB, implementing efficient data storage and retrieval strategies.
Elasticsearch Expertise: Leverage Elasticsearch for complex data structures and relationships.
Complex Data Structures: Work with Neptune and Gremlin to handle complex data structures and relationships.
Coding Standards: Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain high-quality software.
Collaboration: Collaborate closely with frontend teams, designers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration and alignment with business goals.
Project Management: Plan, track, and report on project progress, managing resources effectively to meet deadlines.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in backend development.
Strong proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Neptune, and Gremlin.
Proven experience leading a team of engineers.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Experience in a fast-paced, agile environment.
Prior experience in a similar lead role.
Contributions to open-source projects or a strong GitHub portfolio.
About Us:
Apport Software Solutions Private Limited is a dynamic and innovative SAAS-based product company offering conversational commerce and empowering global brands with scalable personal commerce and relationship-led sales on WhatsApp. We have over 7000+ customers across 140+ countries using our technology to grow digitally. Backed up by investors from Silicon Valley, Info Edge Ventures, and BEENEXT Asia, we are headquartered in Mumbai, India.
Our Products:
We offer two products: QuickSell and DoubleTick. QuickSell is a sales acceleration commerce suite that empowers businesses to translate conversations into conversions on customer-first channels like WhatsApp through assisted personal commerce. DoubleTick is a mobile-first conversational CRM built on top of WhatsApp Business API to unlock WhatsApp's marketing and sales capabilities.
Some of our notable brands powered by DoubleTick include GRT Jewellers, Raheja Developers, Sabyasachi, Tarun Tahiliani, ICRA, BVC Logistics, RS Brothers, Manepally Jewellers, Tupperware, Birla Brainiacs KGK Group, Walking Tree, CKC Group, Malabar Diamonds and Gold, BVC Logistics, Emerald India, Prima Art, Siroya, SabyaSachi, etc.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Lead Backend Developer position is now open for candidates interested in the Software Developer Jobs sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Software Developer Jobs is a plus.