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Software Development Engineer II - Back End Developer
Software Development Engineer II - Back End Developer
About us:
Irish Taylor & Co is a global technology and business consulting firm working across AI, software development, cybersecurity, digital marketing, and business operations. We partner with organizations across industries including technology, education (K–12 & EdTech), real estate, and enterprise services to drive growth, efficiency, and scalable systems.
With a presence in Australia, India, UK, and the USA, we support startups, SMBs, and enterprise clients through both strategy and execution—acting as a long-term Growth Partner in their journey.
Learn more:
https://www.irishtaylor.com/
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Job Summary
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We are seeking a talented Backend Developer to join our team at Irish Taylor. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable server-side applications and APIs using Node.js and Express.js.
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The ideal candidate has strong expertise in backend development, database design, and API architecture, along with a passion for clean code, performance optimization, and modern development practices.
Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js and Express.js
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Build and manage RESTful APIs and microservices
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Design and optimize database schemas (MongoDB & SQL/MySQL) and migration
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Implement authentication, authorization, and security best practices
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Optimize application performance through profiling, caching (e.g., Redis), and efficient queries
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Integrate third-party APIs, payment gateways, and external services
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Work with XML / JSON data formats for integrations
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Collaborate with frontend developers to design, manage, and integrate APIs
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Ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability of backend systems
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Participate in code reviews and maintain coding standards
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Work closely with DevOps teams for CI/CD pipelines and deployments
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Troubleshoot and debug production issues efficiently
Required Skills & Qualifications
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Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field
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Strong experience in Node.js and Express.js
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Hands-on experience with MongoDB and database design
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Proficiency in SQL / MySQL
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Strong understanding of REST API design and backend architecture
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Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles
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Familiarity with PHP (for legacy system support or integrations)
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Experience working with XML / JSON data formats
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Exposure to e-commerce or shopping cart systems is a plus
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Basic understanding of DevOps practices (CI/CD, Docker, cloud platforms)
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Experience with Git or other version control systems
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Experience in database migrations with data integrity and minimal downtime.
Preferred Skills
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Experience with microservices architecture
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Familiarity with Redis or caching strategies
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Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
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Knowledge of API security standards (JWT, OAuth)
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Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor)
Soft Skills
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
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Good communication and collaboration abilities
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Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Success Metrics of this Position (KPIs)
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Code quality and maintainability (low defects, clean architecture)
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On-time feature delivery and sprint commitment adherence
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Application performance improvements (API response time, load time)
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Scalability and system reliability
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Reduction in production bugs and faster issue resolution
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Efficient API development and integration
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Database performance optimization and query efficiency
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Adherence to coding standards, best practices, and SOPs
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Contribution to code reviews and team productivity
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Automation and efficiency improvements (testing, CI/CD, tools)
Location: Madurai and Hosur
Job type: Full-time
Hours of work
Flexible hours as required to cover Australia, India, UK, USA clients.
Interested candidates should send their resumes to careers@irishtaylor.com
Recruitment Candidates FAQs - https://www.irishtaylor.com/candidate-faqs
READ THE JOB DESCRIPTION CAREFULLY. DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE ABOVE EXPERIENCE. IRISH TAYLOR HAS A STRICT SCREENING, INTERVIEW, AND ONBOARDING PROCESS.
NOTE: DUE TO THE LARGE VOLUME OF JOB APPLICANTS WHO WANT TO JOIN IRISH TAYLOR, WE WILL SEND A SCREENING FORM TO YOU IF YOU MATCH OUR REQUIREMENTS.
Diversity and inclusion:
At Irish Taylor, inclusivity drives us. We value diversity and strive for a fair and thriving workplace. We do not distinguish candidates based on any of the following:
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Age
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Sex
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Community/cast
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Religion or faith
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Marital status
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Political affiliation
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Race
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Gender
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Sexual preference
Irish Taylor has its foundations on love, trust and respect. We qualify our staff based on company objectives and purely seek mutual growth. We work hard to fulfil our company's mission!
Join our dynamic team at Irish Taylor and contribute to our mission of being the world’s most sought-after Growth Partner. Apply now to be part of our exciting journey!