Careers—

Engineer, Back-end (India)

Our Engineering team ensures Code and Theory delivers scalable, high-performance, web applications that delight users. We always strive to balance the demanding nature of working on cutting-edge technologies with the real-world demands of high-performance web applications. Working in collaboration with our multi-disciplinary engineering, design, and quality assurance teams, you will build software that solves real-world problems for incredible clients.

Our Back-end Engineers partner with our cross-functional teams to identify and implement innovative technologies that ensure server-side applications are robust, secure, efficient, and drive business growth.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

  • API Design and Development: Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js and associated frameworks like ExpressJS, NestJS or other frameworks
  • Cloud Integration: Deploy, manage, and scale backend services on cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Database Management: Work with NoSQL databases like MongoDB or RDBMS such as MySQL to design efficient data models and optimize queries
  • Microservices Architecture: Design and implement microservices architecture to ensure scalability and reliability of backend systems
  • Containerization: Utilize Docker for containerization to ensure consistency across development, testing, and production environments
  • CMS Integration: Work with any Content Management System (CMS) to integrate and manage backend services
  • Collaboration: Collaborate with frontend developers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and delivery of features
  • Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices in software engineering

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

  • 2-3 years of professional experience in backend software development
  • Strong proficiency in JavaScript, including ES6+ features
  • Experience with TypeScript for building robust, maintainable code
  • Strong proficiency in Node.js and experience with Node.js frameworks like ExpressJS, NextJS, etc
  • Experience working with any Content Management System (CMS)
  • Experience in configuring and integrating with SSO platforms like Okta
  • Strong experience in designing and implementing GraphQL APIs
  • Proficiency in designing and developing APIs
  • Experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB or RDBMS like MySQL
  • Knowledge of microservices architecture and best practices

NICE TO HAVE:

  • Hands-on experience with at least one cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes for container orchestration
  • Experience with Docker for containerization
  • Understanding of serverless architecture
  • Experience with Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

ABOUT US

Born in 2001, Code and Theory is a digital-first creative agency that sits at the center of creativity and technology. We pride ourselves on not only solving consumer and business problems, but also helping to establish new capabilities for our clients. With a global client roster of Fortune 100s and start-ups alike, we crave the hardest problems to solve. With a remote-first approach to our people, we have teams distributed across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. The Code and Theory global network of agencies is growing and includes Kettle, Mediacurrent, Rhythm, and TrueLogic.

Striving never to be pigeonholed, we work across every major category: from tech to CPG, financial services to travel & hospitality, government and education to media and publishing. We value the collaboration with our client partners, including but not limited to Adidas, Amazon, Con Edison, Diageo, EY, J.P. Morgan Chase, Lenovo, Marriott, Mars, Microsoft, Thomson Reuters, and TikTok.

The Code and Theory network comprises nearly 2,000 people with 50% engineers and 50% creative talent. We’re always on the lookout for smart, driven, and forward-thinking people to join our team.