Position

Backend Engineer

Biratnagar, NepalEngineeringFull-time

About This Role

We're looking for a Backend Engineer to design, build, and maintain the server-side systems that power our SaaS platform. You'll work on everything from API design and database architecture to deployment and monitoring. Your work will directly impact the reliability and performance of products used by educational institutions across Nepal. If you enjoy solving complex problems, designing scalable systems, and owning infrastructure, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints
  • Architect and manage database schemas (PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
  • Write clean, well-documented, and testable server-side code
  • Implement authentication, authorization, and data security measures
  • Optimize application performance and database queries
  • Set up CI/CD pipelines and monitor production systems
  • Collaborate with frontend engineers to define API contracts
  • Document system architecture and API specifications

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in backend development
  • Strong proficiency in Node.js, Python, or Go
  • Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases
  • Understanding of RESTful API design principles
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Experience with Docker and containerization
  • Knowledge of Git and CI/CD workflows

Nice to Have

  • Experience with microservices architecture
  • Knowledge of message queues (RabbitMQ, Kafka)
  • Experience with GraphQL
  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Pulumi)
  • Experience with observability tools (Datadog, Grafana, Sentry)
  • Understanding of GDPR and data privacy regulations

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and equity package
  • Flexible working hours and remote-friendly environment
  • Opportunity to architect systems from the ground up
  • Learning budget for courses, conferences, and books
  • Modern equipment and tools of your choice
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Regular team retreats and social events

Apply for this Position

career@yukta.app+977 9743868889
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