Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Experience: 3–6 Years

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

About The Role We are looking for a strong backend engineer with deep expertise in Node.js / NestJS to design, build, and scale production-grade systems. The ideal candidate is AI-native, leverages AI tools effectively, and combines fast execution with strong engineering fundamentals.

In this role at Purplle, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to build high-performance, large-scale backend systems using technologies such as Golang, Node.js, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Kafka, and cloud platforms (GCP/AWS).

What You’ll Do

- Design, build, and scale backend services using Node.js / NestJS
- Develop clean APIs and microservices with a focus on performance and maintainability
- Optimize data models and queries across MySQL and MongoDB
- Implement caching (Redis) and event-driven systems (Kafka)
- Deploy and manage services on Kubernetes (GCP/AWS)
- Use AI-assisted tools (Copilot, Cursor) to improve development speed and quality
- Own features end-to-end: design → development → deployment → optimization




- Continuously improve system reliability, scalability, and performance
- Collaborate with product, frontend, and DevOps teams
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices

What We’re Looking For
- 3–6 years of backend experience (preferably in product-based companies)
- Strong hands-on expertise in Node.js (must-have), with Express/NestJS
- Solid understanding of system design, distributed systems, and performance optimization
- Experience building and scaling production systems
- Working knowledge of MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, and Kafka
- Familiarity with GCP/AWS and Kubernetes (good to have)
- Practical experience using AI coding tools effectively
- Strong debugging, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ownership mindset with ability to deliver end-to-end solutions
- Ability to collaborate across teams

Good to Have
- Experience in e-commerce or high-scale consumer products.
- Exposure to Golang.
- Experience working in rapid-paced, high-ownership environments.

📌 Senior Software Developer –(Backend) (Mumbai)
🏢 Purplle.com
📍 Mumbai