Software Architect / Principal Engineer ? Node.js | Python | Docker

Job Description

We?re looking for a hands-on Software Architect / Principal Engineer who can define and drive the architecture for high-scale backend systems built on Node.js, Python, and containerized microservices (Docker) . You?ll play a critical role in shaping the technology roadmap, mentoring engineering teams, and ensuring our platform scales securely and efficiently. What You?ll Do Lead architecture design for complex backend systems and APIs built on Node.js and Python . Define standards for microservices, scalability, reliability, and performance optimization . Partner with product, engineering, and infrastructure teams to translate business goals into robust technical solutions. Drive adoption of containerization (Docker) and modern CI/CD practices. Conduct design reviews, code reviews, and performance audits. Mentor senior engineers, establish best practices, and elevate overall technical excellence. Stay ahead of emerging backend frameworks, scalability techniques, and cloud trends. What You Bring 12?18 years of total software development experience, with strong architecture and system design skills . Deep expertise in Node.js (core & ecosystem) and proficiency with Python for backend services, automation, or data workflows. Solid experience designing distributed systems, microservices, and containerized deployments using Docker . Proven ability to make architectural trade-offs, optimize performance, and lead technical decision-making. Experience mentoring teams or leading technical design discussions. Hands-on attitude ? someone who can both architect and code when needed. Why Join Us Own architecture for a platform that impacts millions of users. Work directly with leadership to define technical direction and scalability strategy. Collaborative, engineering-first culture that values autonomy, innovation, and impact. Competitive compensation & fast-growth opportunity.