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Backend Engineer

Karnataka, India (On-site)

Backend Engineer

3 Months ago • 1-3 Years • Backend Development

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Job Description

As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic, database architecture, and APIs that power our products. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance systems that meet the needs of our business. Your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining backend systems and services, designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices, collaborating with front-end developers and product managers to define, develop, and deliver features, writing clean, reusable, and efficient code, following best practices, troubleshooting, debugging, and upgrading existing applications as needed, ensuring the security and integrity of backend systems, data, and APIs, participating in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members, monitoring system performance and resolving production issues as they arise.

Must have:

1.5 to 3 years of experience in backend development
Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Node.js, NestJS, Express, or Python
Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development
Experience with databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL, and data modeling
Familiarity with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and DevOps tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
Proficiency with version control systems like Git
Understanding of software development best practices, including testing, security, and scalability
Experience with caching tools such as Redis or Memcached
Knowledge of unit testing frameworks like Mocha, Chai, Sinon, or Jest
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Good to have:

Experience with microservices architecture
Familiarity with fintech or payment systems
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools

Perks:

Contribute to building the Middle East’s most beloved fintech brand from the ground up
Benefit from a role with significant ownership and accountability
Thrive in a flexible hybrid culture with ample work-life balance
Participate in exciting offsite events
Competitive salary and equity
Enjoy additional perks like travel allowances, gym memberships, and more

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About Alaan

We are an AI-powered expense management platform designed to simplify finance for businesses in the Middle East, helping them save both time and money. Our platform offers everything businesses need to manage and control their expenses in one place, including smart corporate cards, AI-powered automation and insights, streamlined accounting, and centralized dashboards.

Since 2022, over 800 businesses in the UAE—from startups to enterprises like Al Barari, Rove, Rivoli, Punjab National Bank, and CarSwitch—have used Alaan to control their spending and reduce costs. Together, our customers have saved over AED 100 million using Alaan.

About The Role

As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic, database architecture, and APIs that power our products. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance systems that meet the needs of our business.

What You'll Do

Develop and maintain backend systems and services to ensure optimal performance and scalability

Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices for our fintech platform

Collaborate with front-end developers and product managers to define, develop, and deliver features

Write clean, reusable, and efficient code, following best practices

Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications as needed

Ensure the security and integrity of backend systems, data, and APIs

Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members

Monitor system performance and resolve production issues as they arise

What We Are Looking For

1.5 to 3 years of experience in backend development

Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Node.js, NestJS, Express, or Python

Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development

Experience with databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL, and data modeling

Familiarity with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and DevOps tools such as Docker and Kubernetes

Proficiency with version control systems like Git

Understanding of software development best practices, including testing, security, and scalability

Experience with caching tools such as Redis or Memcached

Knowledge of unit testing frameworks like Mocha, Chai, Sinon, or Jest

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Experience with microservices architecture

Familiarity with fintech or payment systems

Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools

What's in it for you

Contribute to building the Middle East’s most beloved fintech brand from the ground up

Benefit from a role with significant ownership and accountability

Thrive in a flexible hybrid culture with ample work-life balance

Participate in exciting offsite events

Competitive salary and equity

Enjoy additional perks like travel allowances, gym memberships, and more

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Alaan

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