Backend Platform Engineer

Distinction Dev • India
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We are seeking a Backend Platform Engineer with strong experience in AWS serverless technologies, Node.js, and TypeScript. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services, leading migration initiatives, and implementing serverless architectures.

Key Highlights
Design and develop scalable backend services
Lead migration initiatives to modern cloud environments
Implement serverless architectures using AWS services
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient backend services using Node.js and AWS Lambda.
Lead or contribute to migration initiatives — transitioning on-prem or legacy workloads to modern cloud environments.
Implement and optimize serverless architectures leveraging AWS services (API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, etc.).
Technical Skills Required
AWS Lambda API Gateway DynamoDB S3 Node.js TypeScript Terraform GitHub Actions CI-CD Pipelines
Benefits & Perks
Hybrid Working Culture
Amazing Perks & Medical Benefits
5 Days Working Mentorship programs & Certification Courses
Nice to Have
Experience in cloud migration projects, particularly from on-prem to AWS or Azure.
Understanding of legacy tech stacks (Solaris systems, MultiValue (MV) databases, or equivalent).

Job Description


Backend Platform Engineer
  • Office Location -202, 3rd Eye II, Opposite Parimal Garden, Panchavati Road, Chimanlal Girdharlal Rd, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380009

  • Duration & Type of Employment - Full Time

  • Work Style - Hybrid

  • In Office days - 3 days a week


  • Relocation - Candidate must be willing to relocate to Ahmedabad GJ, with reasonable notice.
    Immediate Joiner preferable




Requirements


About the Role


We are seeking a Backend Platform Engineer with strong experience. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, modernising legacy stacks, and enabling scalable architectures, this role is for you.

Tech Stack


  • Backend: AWS Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, Node.js
  • Frontend: React / Next.js, React Native
  • Programming Languages: TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Java
  • Infrastructure: Terraform, GitHub Actions / CI-CD Pipelines





Requirements


  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • Proven experience in backend development with strong exposure to AWS serverless technologies.
  • Hands-on expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS Lambda.
  • Solid understanding of API design, server-side architecture, and RESTful services.
  • Experience with Terraform and CI/CD automation (GitHub Actions or similar).
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
  • Familiarity with software engineering best practices and agile delivery methodologies.

Key Responsibilities


  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient backend services using Node.js and AWS Lambda.
  • Lead or contribute to migration initiatives — transitioning on-prem or legacy workloads to modern cloud environments.
  • Implement and optimize serverless architectures leveraging AWS services (API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, etc.).
  • Write clean, testable, and efficient TypeScript/Node.js code aligned with best practices.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate backend APIs with modern frontend frameworks (React / React Native).
  • Implement and maintain security, monitoring, and backup strategies.
  • Drive automation and IaC (Infrastructure as Code) adoption using Terraform.
  • Identify opportunities to modernize legacy systems and propose solutions aligned with cloud-first principles.
  • Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices to improve delivery speed and reliability.
  • Foster a culture of learning, ownership, and innovation within the engineering team.
Preferred / Bonus Skills


  • Experience in cloud migration projects, particularly from on-prem to AWS or Azure.
  • Hands-on expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS Lambda.
  • Understanding of legacy tech stacks (Solaris systems, MultiValue (MV) databases, or equivalent).
  • Willingness and curiosity to learn and work on non-traditional, legacy systems as part of modernization efforts.
  • Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) practices.
  • Start-up or product engineering experience where adaptability and initiative are key.

What We Value


  • A growth mindset — open to learning, adapting, and tackling new technical challenges.
  • A problem solver who sees legacy modernization as an opportunity to innovate.
  • Someone who thrives in collaborative environments and drives excellence through teamwork and curiosity.



Benefits

  • Hybrid Working Culture

  • Amazing Perks & Medical Benefits

  • 5 Days Working

  • Mentorship programs & Certification Courses

  • Flexible work arrangements

  • Free drinks, fridge and snacks

  • Competitive Salary & recognitions


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