Principal Engineer - Backend

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 8 years

Location: Mumbai

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Principal Engineer Backend to join our dynamic engineering team. This role is ideal for a technical expert who thrives in a high-performance environment and is passionate about designing scalable systems, building robust backend architecture, and leading cross-functional collaboration. You will play a pivotal role in the architecture, design, development, and optimization of core backend systems that power our web applications.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of backend systems using Java and Spring frameworks.
• Own end-to-end technical architecture, ensuring scalability, performance, and security of backend services.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements using server-side logic.
• Drive optimization of database design and queries using MySQL and MongoDB for performance and scalability.
• Design and implement full-text search features using ElasticSearch.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers, conducting code reviews and promoting best practices.
• Work closely with DevOps to ensure seamless CI/CD processes and deployment pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, UI/UX, and QA to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Stay updated with the latest technologies and architectural trends, making recommendations for improvement.

Technical Requirements:

• Strong expertise in Java and Spring Frameworks (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data).
• Proficient in relational databases like MySQL and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB.
• Hands-on experience with ElasticSearch for implementing advanced search functionalities.
• Understanding of front-end technologies including HTML, CSS, React.js, and AngularJS to effectively collaborate with the frontend team and ensure seamless integration.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and system integration patterns.
• Experience with performance tuning, caching strategies, and asynchronous processing.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) is a plus.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 810 years of professional experience in software development with a strong backend focus.
• Proven experience in leading technical teams and delivering complex backend systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as part of a collaborative team environment.