Senior Software Development - Backend (Node.js)

As a Senior Software Developer at Purplle.com, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance software solutions. You will work with a cross-functional team of engineers and collaborate on projects that leverage your expertise in Golang, Node.js, PHP, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Kafka and Google Cloud Platform.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications using Node.js .
• Create and optimise database schemas and queries using MySQL and MongoDB.
• Implement caching solutions with Redis.
• Integrate and work with event streaming platforms like Kafka.
• Collaborate with team members to design and implement complex product solutions.
• Take ownership of projects from inception to deployment.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to deploy applications on GCP, AWS, and Kubernetes.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to meet project goals.
• Solve complex technical challenges and contribute to the continuous improvement of our software development practices.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of software development experience, preferably in a product-based company.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer/IT Engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency in either Golang or Node.js .
• Good to know PHP.
• Strong knowledge of MySQL, Redis, Kafka, MongoDB, and data structures.
• Experience with GCP, AWS, and Kubernetes is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong problem-solving and logical thinking skills.
• Ability to work on complex, end-to-end software projects.
• A team player with the ability to also work independently.
• Proven ability to meet project deadlines and deliver high-quality software.
• Plus points if you have worked on a product-based company with a preferred domain of ecommerce.