Senior Software Developer – SDE2 (Backend)
Purplle.com
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Job Description
Experience: 3–6 Years
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT or related field
About The Role
We are looking for a strong backend engineer with deep expertise in Node.js / NestJS to design, build, and scale production-grade systems. The ideal candidate is AI-native, leverages AI tools effectively, and combines fast execution with strong engineering fundamentals. In this role at Purplle, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to build high-performance, large-scale backend systems using technologies such as Golang, Node.js, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Kafka, and cloud platforms (GCP/AWS).
What You’ll Do
- Design, build, and scale backend services using Node.js / NestJS
- Develop clean APIs and microservices with a focus on performance and maintainability
- Optimize data models and queries across MySQL and MongoDB
- Implement caching (Redis) and event-driven systems (Kafka)
- Deploy and manage services on Kubernetes (GCP/AWS)
- Use AI-assisted tools (Copilot, Cursor) to improve development speed and quality
- Own features end-to-end: design → development → deployment → optimization
- Continuously improve system reliability, scalability, and performance
- Collaborate with product, frontend, and DevOps teams
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices
- 3–6 years of backend experience (preferably in product-based companies)
- Strong hands-on expertise in Node.js (must-have), with Express/NestJS
- Solid understanding of system design, distributed systems, and performance optimization
- Experience building and scaling production systems
- Working knowledge of MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, and Kafka
- Familiarity with GCP/AWS and Kubernetes (good to have)
- Practical experience using AI coding tools effectively
- Strong debugging, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ownership mindset with ability to deliver end-to-end solutions
- Ability to collaborate across teams
- Experience in e-commerce or high-scale consumer products.
- Exposure to Golang.
- Experience working in fast-paced, high-ownership environments.
About The Company
Purplle.com
Founded in 2012, Purplle is one of India’s leading omnichannel beauty destinations. A strong platform with 1000+ listed brands, 60,000+ products, and 7 million+ monthly active users. Purplle expanded in 2022 with 6000+ offline touchpoints and 8 exclusive stores. In addition to offering third-party brands, Purplle has successfully scaled its private D2C brands, FACES CANADA, Good Vibes, Carmesi, Purplle, and NY Bae. Purplle has built a unique, highly personalized online and offline shopping experience for consumers by creating detailed user personas, enabling customers to test make-up, and recommending products based on personality, search keywords, and purchase behavior. In 2022, Purplle became India’s 102nd unicorn, backed by investors including Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), Kedaara, Premji Invest, Sequoia Capital India, JSW Ventures, Goldman Sachs, Verlinvest, Blume Ventures, and Paramark Ventures. With a 3,000+ strong team, Purplle is poised to be a leader in the burgeoning Indian beauty space.
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