Lead Cloud-Native Backend Developer (India)

Technology

DGS India - Pune - Kharadi EON Free Zone

About the job

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of scalable, maintainable, and high-performing backend services using Nodejs, TypeScript and GraphQL.
• Architect and implement secure, cloud-native APIs with a robust focus on performance and resiliency.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum ceremonies.
• Champion best practices in API design, testing, and CI/CD integration.
• Perform code reviews, mentor team members, and drive continuous improvement in development processes.
• Ensure seamless integration with frontend applications and external systems.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and propose strategic improvements to the platform.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience with a strong focus on TypeScript, Nodejs.
• 3+ years of experience with GraphQL in production environments.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and hands-on experience working in Scrum teams.
• Proficiency with Git version control and related workflows.
• Apollo Graph Developer Professional Certification highly preferred.
• Strong debugging, testing, and performance optimization skills.
• Experience with AWS AppSync, Lambda or other serverless GraphQL services.

Optional/Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Auth0 or similar identity management systems.
• Working knowledge of Postman or similar API testing tools.
• Familiarity with DevOps principles and tools (CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, infrastructure as code).