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AI Squared

Backend Engineer - SDE2

India Posted 2025-11-26
Type
Full-time
Experience
3+ yr
Source
Greenhouse
Who are we looking for?  
We are seeking a talented and experienced Backend Engineer (SDE – 2) to join our distributed team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and secure backend systems. As a key contributor, you will collaborate with engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure backend infrastructure delivers an exceptional user experience while maintaining high performance and reliability.  
Responsibilities:  


• Design, develop, and maintain backend services, focusing on performance, security, and scalability.  



• Proactively communicate with team members before starting implementation to align on goals, requirements, and potential challenges.  



• Build reusable, maintainable code and ensure backend systems are optimized for performance and efficiency.  



• Collaborate closely with frontend engineers to ensure backend systems align with product needs and contribute to a seamless user experience.  



• Work with product designers and managers during the design phase to review requirements, ask questions, and clarify any ambiguities, ensuring that the technical implementation supports the overall product vision.  



• Take ownership of backend architecture, suggesting improvements to enhance scalability, reliability, and code quality.  



• Break down complex technical issues into manageable tasks and milestones, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining high standards.  



• Write clean, testable code and participate in code reviews to maintain high-quality standards across the codebase.  



• Continuously monitor and improve system performance, addressing any bottlenecks and ensuring scalability.  

 
 
Requirements:  


• 3+ years of experience in backend development using any modern technology stack.  



• Strong expertise in backend development, including API design, database management, and cloud infrastructure.  



• Proactive in communication, ensuring alignment and clarity across team members before starting projects/features.  



• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly grasp new concepts and apply them effectively.  



• Familiarity with testing, CI/CD pipelines, and version control tools.  



• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.  

Preferred:  


• Knowledge of Ruby on Rails or similar frameworks.  



• Understanding of the Multiwoven open-source project , including its architecture and key components.
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