AyeKart Fintech - Node.js Tech Lead - PostgreSQL/Express.js

Job Title : Node.js Tech Lead - Fintech (3 Years Experience) Company : Ayekart Fintech Private Limited Location : Pune, India About Ayekart Fintech : Ayekart Fintech Private Limited is a rapidly growing financial technology company focused on building innovative solutions for businesses and individuals. We combine cutting-edge technology with deep domain expertise to develop next-generation financial products-delivering seamless, secure, and scalable services to our expanding clientele. Position Overview : We are seeking a Node.js Tech Lead with at least 3 years of hands-on experience in Node.js, PostgreSQL, Express, AWS, DevOps, Application Security, Redis, Kafka, and AWS Redshift. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a team of developers, architecting robust backend solutions, and ensuring the platform's high availability, security, and scalability. You will play a critical part in guiding technical decisions, mentoring team members, and spearheading best practices throughout the development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities : 1. Technical Leadership : - Lead and mentor a team of Node.js developers, providing guidance on design, coding, and performance optimization. - Oversee code reviews, ensure adherence to coding standards, and drive continuous improvement. 2. Architect & Implement Backend Services : - Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance APIs using Node.js, Express, and supporting technologies. - Integrate with databases (PostgreSQL, Redis) and messaging systems (Kafka) to build resilient microservices. 3. AWS & DevOps : - Deploy and manage applications in AWS (e.g., EC2, ECS, Lambda) with a strong focus on automation (CI/CD pipelines). - Implement and maintain best practices for monitoring, logging, and infrastructure as code (Terraform/CloudFormation). 4. Application Security & Performance : - Enforce secure coding practices, address vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with security standards. - Conduct performance profiling and load testing, optimizing Node.js services, databases, and caches. 5. Data & Analytics Integration : - Work with AWS Redshift or similar data warehousing solutions for analytics pipelines. - Collaborate on data modeling, ETL processes, and ensuring data reliability. 6. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement : - Collaborate closely with product managers, QA, and other engineering teams to deliver features on time and within scope. - Communicate technical plans, progress updates, and challenges to leadership and stakeholders. Required Qualifications : - 3 years of hands-on experience in Node.js development (Express or similar frameworks). - Strong proficiency with PostgreSQL (design, queries, optimization) and caching solutions like Redis. - Experience with Kafka (or similar messaging queues) for building event-driven or microservices architectures. - Proven expertise deploying, maintaining, and optimizing apps on AWS (EC2, ECS, Lambda, RDS, etc.). - DevOps knowledge (CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes or ECS, infrastructure as code). - Solid grasp of application security (OWASP, secure coding, threat modeling). - Familiarity with AWS Redshift or similar data warehousing for analytical or reporting workloads. - Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor a development team. - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent practical experience. Preferred Skills : - Experience with TypeScript and advanced Node.js design patterns. - Knowledge of Terraform or CloudFormation for AWS resource provisioning. - Background in financial or fintech domains. - Familiarity with microservices architecture and advanced monitoring (Prometheus, Grafana). What We Offer : - A pivotal role shaping fintech solutions that impact thousands of users. - Leadership opportunities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. - Competitive salary, benefits, and a collaborative culture that values innovation. - Office in Pune, with possibilities for flexible work arrangements as needed. (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: pune, IN

Posted Date: 3/12/2025