Overview
We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer (Backend) to join our team on a 6-month contract. You will lead the development of backend solutions for a leading digital platform that serves millions of users globally. Experience with OTT platforms is highly preferred.
Requirements
- Minimum Experience: 7+ years in backend development.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in backend development, preferably with Node.js.
- Experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch, and AWS Services.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices.
- Experience with Golang or Perl is a plus.
- Additional Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.
- Enthusiasm for learning new technologies.
Responsibilities
- Design, development & delivery of the Cricinfo backend and underlying software component.
- Execute long/short term project plans and roadmap including new features, existing revamps and migration
- Showcase a deep understanding of technical design and take end-to-end responsibility for your features, from design to production.
- Collaborate independently with stakeholders and product managers to define project requirements and break down complex problems into manageable tasks.
- Prioritize and deliver project milestones effectively, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Participate in team on-call activities, identifying and resolving root causes of recurring issues.
- Mentor junior engineers (SDE1s/SDE2s) for functional excellence, conduct knowledge-sharing sessions and contribute to hiring activities.
Interview Process
- 3 technical rounds covering Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), architecture, system design, and overall technical expertise.
Company Description
We are a global leader in digital content, reaching millions of users monthly with our cutting-edge platform
