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Lead Backend Developer - Node.js

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Job Description - Lead Backend Developer - Node.js

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 5000000 - Rs 7000000 (ie INR 50-70 LPA)

Min Experience: 6 years

Location: Mumbai

JobType: full-time

We’re seeking a seasoned Lead Backend Developer with a strong foundation in Node.js and expertise in building scalable systems. You’ll lead a team of 5–6 backend engineers, guiding architecture decisions, managing complex databases, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality backend services. This is a high-impact role that combines technical depth with leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and mentor a team of 5–6 backend developers to ensure timely and quality project deliveries.
  • Design and develop scalable backend systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and NestJS.
  • Optimize and maintain databases, including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Elasticsearch.
  • Work with graph databases such as Neptune and Gremlin for advanced data modeling and querying.
  • Conduct regular code reviews to maintain best practices and code quality.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, frontend teams, and DevOps to deliver seamless features.
  • Contribute to backend architecture design and project planning.
  • Manage sprints, resources, and team outputs to align with product timelines.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of hands-on backend development experience.
  • Expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, and NestJS.
  • Strong experience working with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Elasticsearch.
  • Familiarity with Neptune and Gremlin is a plus.
  • Proven experience in backend system architecture and design.
  • Ability to manage and lead teams in an agile environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Key Skills:

  • Node.js
  • TypeScript
  • NestJS
  • PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB
  • Elasticsearch
  • Neptune
  • Gremlin
  • Team Leadership
  • Scalable Architecture
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