Lead Software Developer

Company Description

Inference Consulting Pvt. Ltd., based in Noida, specializes in end-to-end technology solutions for European businesses such as The Algo Cave, EVRA Solutions,Tuxel, Truxco Energy, Kraftr, and BEE Bus. With expertise in the energy and travel industries, we support new development and the maintenance of existing implementations. Our remote team of 20 highly skilled professionals focuses on delivering scalable, secure, and innovative solutions that optimize efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and drive sustainable growth. We continuously expand our capabilities to meet our partners' evolving technological needs.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Lead Software Backend Developer located in Noida, with some work from home acceptable. The Lead Software Backend Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software systems, leading a team of developers, ensuring high-quality code, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time. Key tasks include back-end web development, object-oriented programming, and providing scalable and secure solutions to meet the business needs.

Daily Job Responsibilities

• Backend Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js, Express and related frameworks.

• API Management: Build, document, and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs for internal and external use.

• Database Handling: Work with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis) for efficient storage and retrieval.

• Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code with proper version control (Git).

• Security & Compliance: Implement authentication, authorization, data encryption, and best practices for secure application development.

• System Performance: Monitor and optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability.

• Cloud & Deployment: Work with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud services (AWS/Azure/GCP).

• Problem-Solving: Troubleshoot production issues, debug errors, and implement fixes promptly.

• Collaboration: Participate in daily standups, code reviews, sprint planning, and cross-functional discussions with frontend and product teams.

• Documentation: Maintain technical documentation for backend services, APIs, and architecture decisions.

Must-Have Experience & Skills

• 6+ years of experience in backend development, with hands-on Node.js experience.

• Strong knowledge of JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript.

• Experience with Express.js, Nest.js, or similar frameworks.

• Expertise in RESTful APIs and GraphQL design and implementation.

• Solid understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven architecture, and microservices.

• Experience with databases: relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and non-relational (MongoDB, Redis).

• Strong knowledge of authentication & authorization mechanisms (JWT, OAuth2, SSO).

• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).

• Proven ability to design and build secure, stable, and scalable applications.

• Familiarity with testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha, Chai) and writing unit/integration tests.

• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and performance optimization skills.

• Excellent communication and ability to work in an agile, fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Computer Science and Software Development
• Proficiency in Back-End Web Development and Programming
• Experience with Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in the energy or travel industry is a plus