Back End Developer

About the CompanyAsymmetric Labs is an AI-first, new-age ed-tech company focused on delivering measurableoutcomes such as improved ranks, job placements, and sustained career progression. Currently instealth mode.• Backed by Tier 1 US VCs• Founding team of serial entrepreneurs• Global team (Singapore / India / US)Team members work on cutting-edge learning technologies that aim to redefine how learnersachieve their goals.About the RoleWe're looking for a backend developer who thinks critically about system design, clean code, andlong-term scalability. You'll be part of a lean, fast-moving team, responsible for building andmaintaining the APIs and backend services that power our platform.This is a high-ownership role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment andtakes end-to-end responsibility for the systems they build.What You'll Do• Develop and maintain highly scalable backend systems and APIs• Work with MongoDB and other data stores (NoSQL/SQL)• Design, deploy, and operate services on cloud infrastructure• Optimize performance and reliability at scale• Contribute to code reviews and system architecture decisions• Collaborate with the tech team in short feedback loops to ship, learn, and iterate quickly.What We're Looking For• Experience: 3+ years of backend development experience• Languages: Proficiency in Python (preferably Django or Flask)• Databases: Strong hands-on experience with MongoDB or similar databases• Cloud: Experience building and deploying on cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure)• Architecture: Solid understanding of API design and backend architecture principles• Code Quality: Obsession with clean, maintainable code and modular design• Mindset: A “tech purist” approach you enjoy building things the right way, not just thefastest way• Bonus: Exposure to early-stage startups, open-source contributions, or serious side projects• Education: Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent self-taught experienceCritical Aspects• No Vibe Coding: You can write, read, and reason through code independently. AI tools are anaccelerant, not a crutch• System Design Thinking: You think in terms of systems, trade-offs, and scale, not justindividual featuresWork Location: Bengaluru, HSR Layout (Work From Office).