SDE III – Backend Engineer

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. Lead end-to-end project execution by driving RFCs, high-level and low-level design documents, and execution plans .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and maintaining high-performance backend systems using Ruby on Rails and Go, with a strong focus on database optimization and system reliability. Proven ability to lead project execution, mentor engineers, and drive technical decisions in fast-paced environments.

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Ruby On RailsGo (Golang)PostgreSQLHigh-Performance APIsDistributed Systems

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentDatabase DesignPerformance OptimizationConcurrency ControlAPI DevelopmentMicroservicesCI/CD AutomationAutomated TestingQuery Performance TuningMVC Architecture

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationProblem-SolvingStakeholder ManagementAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

RedisGRPCObservability ToolsTracing ToolsMetrics Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Fast-Paced Product StartupsHigh-Scale Tech EnterprisesTechnical Decision MakingOrganizational ImprovementsInfrastructure Issues

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsGRPCMicroservicesPostgresRedisRubyRuby on RailsGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end project execution by driving RFCs, high-level and low-level design documents, and execution plans
Design, build, and maintain highly concurrent, low-latency backend systems handling massive transactional throughput
Influence technical decisions and project direction using Ruby on Rails, Go, and other backend technologies
Write clean, performance-optimized, maintainable code
Optimize database performance, query execution, and cache-layer strategies using PostgreSQL, Redis, and related technologies
Safeguard data consistency across microservices
Collaborate with product managers, designers, DevOps, and engineering squads on integrations and user experiences
Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers
Review complex pull requests
Identify system bottlenecks and address root causes of infrastructure issues
Champion automated testing, observability, tracing, metrics, and CI/CD automation
Identify organizational improvements and propose technical alternatives
Balance short-term feature delivery with long-term architectural stability

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 to 8+ years of intensive, non-internship professional software development experience in fast-paced product startups or high-scale tech enterprises
Adequate knowledge of Ruby on Rails
Robust experience/proficiency in Go (Golang)
Experience building high-performance APIs and multi-threaded systems
Strong grasp of distributed systems, networks, concurrency control, and CAP theorem trade-offs
Strong proficiency with PostgreSQL, RESTful APIs, gRPC, and MVC architecture
Track record of delivering high-quality software while balancing reliability, scaling, security, and usability requirements
Bias toward shipping early and iterating with small, incremental changes
Ability to navigate ambiguity, set clear technical expectations, handle stakeholders, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science or an equivalent technical field
Familiarity with other backend technologies and frameworks
Experience with database design, optimization, and query performance tuning
Experience driving technical decisions and implementing positive organizational changes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive and diverse workplace
Remote work environment
Competitive compensation
Potential share options for certain roles
Regular training
Annual learning stipend
High degree of autonomy
Mentorship
Ambitious goals supporting professional growth