Backend Engineer (Node.js / Python)
Weekday AI
Posted: March 27, 2026
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Quick Summary
Design, develop high scalability backend services for financial applications, integrate with US fintech APIs like Plaid.
Required Skills
Job Description
This role is for one of the Weekday's clients
Salary range: Rs 3500000 - Rs 4000000 (ie INR 35 - 40 LPA)
Min Experience: 3 years
Location: Bengaluru
JobType: full-time
We are seeking a Mid-Level Backend Engineer with extensive experience in the Node.js ecosystem, backend API development, and cloud infrastructure management. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of creating scalable backend services, working with modern cloud platforms, and integrating US fintech APIs such as Plaid or other similar financial service providers.
Requirements:
Key Responsibilities
● Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Node.js and Python
● Create scalable RESTful APIs and microservices
● Manage databases including MongoDB and other backend data stores
● Implement and oversee CI/CD pipelines
● Deploy and maintain containerized applications with Docker and Kubernetes (EKS)
● Operate within AWS and/or GCP cloud environments
● Integrate US fintech APIs including Plaid, payment gateways, banking APIs, etc.
● Ensure backend systems deliver high performance, scalability, and security
● Collaborate closely with product, frontend, and DevOps teams
● Participate actively in code reviews and uphold best engineering practices
Required Skills & Experience
● 3 to 6 years of backend development experience
● Proficient with the Node.js backend stack
● Experience working with MongoDB
● Skilled in building REST APIs and microservices
● Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline implementation
● Practical experience with Docker and containerized environments
● Experienced in cloud platform usage, either AWS or GCP
● Knowledge of Kubernetes / EKS
● Experience integrating US fintech APIs like Plaid, payment processors, or banking APIs
● Understanding of security and compliance standards relevant to fintech systems
Preferred Qualifications
● Experience using Python for backend development or automation tasks
● Exposure to AI-driven APIs or large language model (LLM) integrations
Skills
NodeJS
Python