Senior Backend Developer

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled Backend Developer with 3-5 years of experience to join our team, lead and own product development initiatives.In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability while delivering exceptional user experiences. You will work on a variety of non-linear and complex tasks, collaborating across teams to implement robust, scalable backend solutions with an emphasis on AI integration and diverse technology stacks.The ideal candidate should be an Engineering graduate from a top-tier (A-level) college/university.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Ownership:
• Take complete responsibility for backend development from design to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure high-quality, reliable, and scalable solutions that enhance the end-user experience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with product managers, frontend developers, and data scientists to define technical requirements and deliver integrated solutions.
• Lead and mentor junior developers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Handling Complex Tasks:
• Tackle non-linear and challenging development tasks by creatively problem-solving and prioritizing efforts to meet project deadlines.
• Adapt quickly to changing requirements and technical challenges.
• AI Integration & Advanced Technologies:
• Apply your strong background in AI to incorporate intelligent features into backend systems.
• Utilize your experience with multiple systems and various technologies to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• Quality & Delivery:
• Implement best practices in code quality, testing, and continuous integration/deployment.
• Monitor system performance and proactively address any issues to ensure smooth product operation.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
Technical Expertise:

• Extensive experience in backend development using languages such as
  Java, Python, , Scala, Go

, or similar.
- Proficiency in designing, building, and maintaining APIs and microservices architectures.
- Experience in optimising systems for hyper scalability.

Product & Project Ownership:

• Demonstrated ability to take end-to-end ownership of product development, from conceptualization to delivery.
• Proven track record of handling complex, non-linear tasks and successfully delivering results.

AI and Data Integration:

• Solid background in artificial intelligence, with hands-on experience in integrating AI/ML models into production environments.

Systems and Technologies:

• Experience working with diverse systems and tech stacks, including databases (
  SQL/NoSQL

), cloud services, and containerization (
Docker, Kubernetes

).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies quickly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Kubernetes development (deployment, scaling, orchestration) is a strong plus.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
• Prior experience in a leadership or mentorship role.

Perks and Benefits:

• Impact-Driven Work:

Directly contribute to shaping the future of education and helping millions of students learn better.
- Ownership & Growth

: Work in a fast-paced environment with complete ownership of projects and opportunities to grow into leadership roles.
- Mentorship from Industry Leaders

: Connect with top minds in tech and education to accelerate your career growth.
- Fast Decision-Making & No Bureaucracy

: Move fast, make an impact, and work without unnecessary red tape.

If you're excited about working in a fast-growing EdTech startup with a mission-driven team, apply now and let's build the future of education together