SDE 2 - Backend Engineer.

About Us

At Vahan, we are building India’s first AI-powered recruitment marketplace for India’s 300 million-strong Blue Collar workforce, opening doors to economic opportunities and brighter futures.

Already India’s largest recruitment platform, Vahan is supported by marquee investors likeKhosla Ventures, Bharti Airtel, Vijay Shekhar Sharma (CEO, Paytm), and leading executivesfrom Google and Facebook.

Our customers include names like Swiggy, Zomato, Rapido, Zepto, and many more. Weleverage cutting-edge technology and AI to recruit for the workforces of some of the mostrecognized companies in the country.

Our vision is ambitious: to become the go-to platform for blue-collar professionals worldwide,empowering them with not just earning opportunities but also the tools, benefits, and supportthey need to thrive. We aim to impact over a billion lives worldwide, creating a future whereeveryone has access to economic prosperity.

If our vision excites you, Vahan might just be your next adventure. We’re on the hunt for drivenindividuals who love tackling big challenges. If this sounds like your kind of journey, dive into thedetails and see where you can make your mark.

What You Will Be Doing

• Build and Maintain Backend Services:Develop scalable and robust backend services and APIs using Node.js, ensuring high performance and responsiveness.
• Optimize Database Performance:Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and indexes for efficient data storage and retrieval (PostgreSQL/MySQL).
• Collaborate and Integrate:Work closely with frontend engineers to integrate APIs; knowledge of React or Angular is a plus.
• Contribute to System Design:Engage in low-level and high-level design focusing on scalability, security, and performance.
• Leverage Cloud Infrastructure: Utilize AWS for deployment and monitoring; experience with Redis for caching is preferred.
• Maintain Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable code and actively participate in code reviews.
• Testing and Debugging: Develop tests for edge cases and ensure backward compatibility.

You Will Thrive In This Role If You

• Have 2+ years of experience as a Backend Developer with expertise in Node.js and relational databases.
• Are skilled in cloud services (AWS) and understand microservices architecture.
• Bring knowledge of caching mechanisms like Redis to optimize performance.
• Value collaboration and have a basic understanding of frontend frameworks.
• Are passionate about system design and adept at making technical trade-offs.
• Have a keen eye for detail and a strong testing mindset.
• Thrive in fast-paced environments where work directly influences product success.

At Vahan, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a sector that touches millions oflives. We’re committed to not only advancing the livelihoods of our workforce but also, in takingcare of the people who make this mission possible.

What We Offer

• Unlimited PTO: Trust and flexibility to manage your time effectively.
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance: Health plans designed to support you and your family.
• Monthly Wellness Leaves: Dedicated time off to recharge and focus on well-being.
• Competitive Pay: Recognition of your impact with a rewarding compensation package.

Join us, and be part of something bigger where your work drives real, positive change in theworld.