Backend Engineer

Job Description

Experience : 2.00 + years Salary : Confidential (based on experience) Shift : (GMT+05:30) Asia/Kolkata (IST) Opportunity Type : Remote Placement Type : Full time Permanent Position (*Note: This is a requirement for one of Uplers' client - Bon) What do you need for this opportunity? Must have skills required: Node.js, Express.js, NestJS, API, API development, SQL, MySQL, MongoDB, AWS, Cloud, Azure, Google Cloud Bon is Looking for: Backend Engineer - BON Credit Location: Remote (India-based preferred)? Type: Full-time? Experience Level: 2?5 years? Start Date: Immediate About BON BON Credit is a fintech-lifestyle app designed for Gen Z and millennials in the US, rewarding good financial behavior like timely credit card payments. We're building a premium, design-forward experience. We're backed by global angels and advisors, and are currently in private beta. Role Overview We are looking for a strong Backend Engineer who thrives in fast-paced, early-stage environments and can take complete ownership of backend architecture, APIs, and infrastructure. You will work directly with our product, design, and AI teams to build seamless, secure, and scalable systems powering BON?s core experiences; from rewards logic to credit integrations.? This role is ideal for someone who wants to build meaningful consumer products, solve real-world fintech challenges, and grow with a high-caliber, ambitious team. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs and backend systems for BON app. Architect secure, modular services that interact with third-party fintech APIs (e.g., Plaid, Firebase, etc.) Work closely with the frontend team to implement smooth data flows and real-time updates Build event-driven logic and background jobs for reward tracking, referral programs, and more Set up and maintain database schemas, query optimization, and performance monitoring Write clean, testable, well-documented code Ensure backend services are compliant with basic fintech security standards Optimize existing codebase and processes for reliability and performance Requirements 2?5 years of backend development experience Strong knowledge of Node.js with Express or NestJS Proficiency in PostgreSQL (or any SQL DB) and data modeling Solid understanding of API development, JWT-based authentication, and role-based access control Familiarity with AWS Experience integrating third-party APIs Comfortable with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and basic DevOps What We Value Product-first thinking: You care about why something is built, not just how. Ownership: You take full accountability for your code and ship fast. Startup mindset: You?re flexible, iterative, and proactive. Security-consciousness: You think in terms of safety, privacy, and compliance. Clean communication: You can explain trade-offs, problems, and progress clearly. How to apply for this opportunity? Step 1: Click On Apply! And Register or Login on our portal. Step 2: Complete the Screening Form & Upload updated Resume Step 3: Increase your chances to get shortlisted & meet the client for the Interview! About Uplers: Our goal is to make hiring reliable, simple, and fast. Our role will be to help all our talents find and apply for relevant contractual onsite opportunities and progress in their career. We will support any grievances or challenges you may face during the engagement. (Note: There are many more opportunities apart from this on the portal. Depending on the assessments you clear, you can apply for them as well). So, if you are ready for a new challenge, a great work environment, and an opportunity to take your career to the next level, don't hesitate to apply today. We are waiting for you!