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