Lead Backend Developer

Role Summary:   As a Lead Backend Engineer at our dynamic tech company, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the backend architecture and leading a talented team of 5-6 engineers. Your expertise in a diverse tech stack and your leadership skills will be essential in driving our backend projects to success. Key Responsibilities: Guide and mentor a team of 5-6 backend engineers. Ensure the team delivers high-quality code, adheres to best practices, and meets project deadlines. Hands-on development using TypeScript, Node.js, and Nestjs to build robust and scalable backend systems. Proficient in managing databases PostgreSQL and MongoDB. Implement efficient data storage and retrieval strategies. Expertise in Elasticsearch Work with Neptune and Gremlin to handle complex data structures and relationships. Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain high-quality software. Work closely with frontend teams, designers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration and alignment with business goals. Plan, track, and report on project progress. Manage 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. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. A dynamic and inclusive work environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A chance to work on cutting-edge technologies. 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. Started in 2017 with a vision of enabling global brands to win more customers using simple yet robust technology on mobile, today 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. QuickSell: QuickSell is a sales acceleration commerce suite started in 2017 with the vision to empower businesses to translate conversations into conversions on customer-first channels like WhatsApp through assisted personal commerce. Today over 7000+ businesses from 109+ countries all over the world use QuickSell to accelerate the process of sharing complete and accurate product information with customers and various business stakeholders with objectives like dynamic product showcase and ordering booking over WhatsApp. For more details, check out our website: no-style="box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); font-size: var(--font-size-small); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); background-image: ; background-size: ; background-repeat: ; background-attachment: ; background-origin: ; background-clip: ; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.5; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, ">  DoubleTick: DoubleTick is a mobile-first conversational CRM built on top of WhatsApp Business API to unlock WhatsApp's marketing and sales capabilities. It offers top-notch features, including a central team inbox, bulk broadcasting and analytics, bot studio, commerce and cataloging, chatbots, and role-based access. For more details, check out our website: no-style="box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); font-size: var(--font-size-small); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); background-image: ; background-size: ; background-repeat: ; background-attachment: ; background-origin: ; background-clip: ; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.5; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, ">Some of the 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.