Job details

Senior Software Engineer - Backend - job 2 of 2

Get a free resume review

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients
Annual Compensation: 12-18 LPAMin Experience: 3 years

Location: Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with a strong background in building scalable, high-performance backend systems. In this role, you will take ownership of backend architecture, contribute to product development, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, efficient, and secure solutions.

This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your expertise in designing and implementing backend services will directly impact product success. You’ll also be expected to provide technical mentorship and lead initiatives that push the boundaries of innovation and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Architect, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs that power core applications.
Lead backend development efforts with a focus on performance, security, and reliability.
Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Design and optimize data models using relational and NoSQL databases.
Guide and mentor junior engineers, promoting best practices and continuous learning.
Ensure clean, testable, and efficient code with strong test coverage and automation via CI/CD pipelines.
Integrate secure authentication and authorization mechanisms, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
Leverage cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) for deploying and managing infrastructure.
Build and optimize event-driven, serverless applications to improve scalability.
Conduct architecture reviews, provide technical leadership, and contribute to strategic engineering decisions.
Stay informed about emerging technologies and advocate for innovations that align with business goals.

What We're Looking For:

3+ years of hands-on experience in backend development with a track record of delivering scalable products.
Strong proficiency in Java, Python, and JavaScript, with expertise in frameworks such as Spring Boot, Django, or Flask.
Solid experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, MongoDB), including data modeling and optimization.
Knowledge of caching solutions like Redis for performance tuning.
Proficiency in designing and developing RESTful APIs, with attention to API security and documentation.
Understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven systems, and web protocols.
Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Familiarity with microservices architecture and scalable system design principles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in an agile, team-oriented environment.

Key Skills:

Node.js, MySQL, MongoDB, NoSQL, Redis, SQL, Django, Data Modeling, Scalability, AWS, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker

Average salary estimate

$180000 / YEARLY (est.)

min

max

$144000K

$216000K

If an employer mentions a salary or salary range on their job, we display it as an "Employer Estimate". If a job has no salary data, Rise displays an estimate if available.

What You Should Know About Senior Software Engineer - Backend, Weekday AI

Are you a talented Senior Software Engineer - Backend looking to take on exciting challenges in a dynamic environment? Join one of Weekday's esteemed clients and make a significant impact in Bengaluru! This full-time role is ideal for someone with at least three years of experience in backend development, where you will be responsible for architecting, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems and APIs that power core applications. Your expertise in designing robust and efficient solutions will play a vital role in product development, and you'll collaborate closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders. Not only will you lead the backend development efforts focusing on performance and security, but you'll also have the opportunity to guide and mentor junior engineers. Your deep knowledge of Java, Python, and JavaScript, alongside hands-on experience with various databases and cloud platforms, will be instrumental in integrating secure authentication mechanisms and optimizing data models. Plus, you’ll stay ahead of the curve by advocating for emerging technologies that align with business goals. If you're ready to leverage your technical skills and passion for innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Senior Software Engineer - Backend Role at Weekday AI

What are the main responsibilities of a Senior Software Engineer - Backend at Weekday's client?

As a Senior Software Engineer - Backend, your key responsibilities include architecting, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems and APIs. You will lead development efforts with a sharp focus on performance and security while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. Additionally, mentoring junior engineers and ensuring best practices in coding will also be part of your role.