Backend Engineer [Mid-Level]

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

We are looking for a mid‑level Backend Engineer to design, build, and scale high‑availability APIs and services for a real‑time logistics platform. You will own end‑to‑end data pipelines, collaborate across product and data teams, and drive architectural decisions while working fully remote.

Role Snapshot

• Backend Engineer (mid‑level)
• Remote‑first, full‑time
• Design & implement scalable APIs
• Own real‑time data pipelines
• Collaborate with product & data science
• Drive architecture trade‑offs

Must-Have Requirements

• Python
• Flask
• AWS
• RESTful API design
• designing and developing backend systems
• building production‑grade services
• system architecture and scalability
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Docker
• Git
• Elasticsearch
• Spark
• CI/CD pipelines
• AI‑assisted coding tools (Copilot, Claude, etc.)
• early engineering hire at a startup
• FAANG‑level system design ownership

Work Setup

• Location: Delhi, India
• Work mode: REMOTE
• Remote scope: UNSPECIFIED
• Employment type: Full-Time

Not Specified in JD

• Visa sponsorship
• Salary range
• Remote eligibility specifics

What You'll Likely Work On

• Design, build, and maintain high‑availability backend services and APIs.
• Own end‑to‑end real‑time data ingestion, normalization, and recommendation pipelines.
• Create and improve system architecture for scalability and reliability.
• Instrument, monitor, and troubleshoot production issues across the stack.
• Collaborate with business, product, and data science teams to solve customer pain points at scale.
• Participate in architectural discussions and drive engineering excellence.

Good Fit If You Have

• Curiosity‑driven problem solving and digging into root causes.
• Ability to communicate technical decisions clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience working in diverse, distributed teams.