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Stealth Startup | Founding Backend Engineer


Company : Stealth Startup


Location : Erode, Tamil nadu


Created : 2025-01-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About Us:We are a startup building a Generative AI-Native, No Code tool for business workflow automation. Our journey began as an AI Service provider where we analysed several use cases to help in creating more efficiency in day-to-day operations of SMEs. Upon receiving market validation, we plan to productize our service offering through an ‘Autonomous Service-as-a-Software’ platform. Our Mission:We aim to build a platform that helps every non-technical person build customized applications using natural language with the help of Gen AI-driven workflow automation platforms. Businesses must work smarter, not harder, make fewer errors in operations and increase their value with customers. We enable enterprises to make their ideal operational efficiency attainable. About You:Technical Problem solving must excite you. Passion for automation and a deep desire to help SME businesses flourish, should be obvious. Your Role:As our Founding Backend Engineer, you will take full ownership of designing, building, and scaling a robust backend architecture capable of handling millions of concurrent requests. You will be at the forefront of shaping our platform’s technical foundation.You will be the architect of our core systems. You will define, build, and scale a backend architecture that can handle million concurrent requests while ensuring high availability, ultra-low latency, and cutting-edge security. This is your chance to take the lead in shaping a technical foundation that sets new benchmarks in the industry.  Key Responsibilities:1. System Architecture & Design:•  Design and implement a distributed, highly available, and scalable backend architecture.•  Develop multi-threaded, high-concurrency systems optimized for real-time processing.• Lead the transition to a microservices-based architecture to enable modular, scalable, and maintainable systems. 2. AI-Infused Workflows:• Work with AI engineers to embed intelligent agents, predictive models, and decision-making capabilities directly into backend workflows.•  Design backend APIs to support AI-driven process optimization and NLP-powered automations. 3. Scaling & Performance Optimization:• Implement horizontal scaling strategies to handle billions of API requests monthly without performance degradation.• Optimize database performance for terabyte-scale datasets, utilizing both SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Firebase).•  Develop and refine caching strategies (Redis, Memcached) for ultra-fast response times.4.  Cloud Infrastructure & Reliability:•  Architect and manage a cloud-native infrastructure on AWS with advanced autoscaling, monitoring, and failover mechanisms.• Use container orchestration tools (Kubernetes/Docker) to deploy and manage scalable applications.•  Set up CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth, rapid deployments with zero downtime.  5. Security & Compliance:• Implement end-to-end encryption and industry-standard security protocols to safeguard data.•  Conduct regular security audits and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards.6.  Collaboration & Ownership:• Partner with the technical founder to align the technical vision with the company’s mission.•  Collaborate with frontend and AI engineers to create a seamless integration between components.•  Take ownership of backend development, setting the gold standard for code quality, performance, and reliability.7.Cloud & DevOps Proficiency:·   Expertise in AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB) and cloud-native   architectures•  Strong experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration.•  Proficiency in monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana) and logging systems (ELK stack). What You’ll Bring:Technical Mastery:• 3 - 4 years+ of hands-on experience in backend development, with a focus on building scalable, distributed systems.•  Expert in programming languages such as , MERN, Python, Java, or Go.•  Proficient in designing RESTful APIs and working with modern frameworks like Spring Boot or FastAPI.•   Advanced Database Expertise: Deep knowledge of relational (PostgreSQL) and non-relational (MongoDB, Firebase) databases.•   Proven ability to optimize complex queries and manage sharded, distributed databases.Startup Mindset•   A builder’s attitude with the ability to solve ambiguous problems and deliver high-quality solutions.•  Willingness to take initiative, iterate quickly, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Added Advantages:•  Experience working with AI/ML-powered applications.•  Knowledge of event-driven architectures and tools like Kafka or RabbitMQ. Why Join Us?•   High Impact Role: Be part of the founding team, directly shaping the future of our platform and company.•   Cutting-Edge Challenges: Solve some of the toughest engineering problems, from high-concurrency systems to real-time AI workflows.•   Ownership & Growth: Enjoy autonomy in decision-making and equity that aligns with your contribution.•  Technical Excellence: Work alongside a technical founder who values deep technical expertise and innovation. Compensation and Benefits:•  Salary: ₹1,50,000 - ₹2,00,000 per month (based on experience).• Equity: Generous stock options to ensure you benefit from our shared success.•  Flexible Work Environment: A collaborative, learning-driven culture that prioritizes innovation.