Mid-Level HR Tech Backend Developer

About Us

Teamnest is a dynamic, fast-growing provider of innovative HR Technology (HR Tech) solutions, based in Mumbai. Our platform leverages advanced technology, including AI, to streamline Human Resources processes such as talent management, employee experience, and HR analytics. We aim to empower businesses to build better workforces and make data-driven HR decisions.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Mid-Level Backend Developer to join our Product Development team in Mumbai. In this full-time, on-site role, you will be crucial in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and secure backend services for our core HR Tech applications. Your day-to-day work will involve complex coding, testing, debugging, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, impactful HR solutions.

The candidate must possess a strong functional understanding of core Human Resources processes and compliance frameworks. This includes practical experience with modules such as Payroll and Statutory Compliance (including PF, ESI, Gratuity), Attendance and Time Management (including shift rules, overtime logic, and exception handling), Leave Management , and the foundational structure of Employee Cost-to-Company (CTC) .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and scale backend services for high-availability HR Tech applications using Python (3.x) and the Django framework.
• Design, develop, and optimize RESTful APIs (using Django Rest Framework - DRF ) and/or GraphQL endpoints for seamless data flow between the frontend, databases, and third-party integrations.
• Work closely with HR domain experts and product managers to translate complex HR requirements into technical specifications and features.
• Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance (e.g., GDPR, local regulations) in handling sensitive employee and organizational data.
• Write clean, testable, and reusable code following best practices (e.g., unit testing, static analysis, and adherence to PEP8).
• Optimize database schemas and queries, specifically using PostgreSQL / MySQL , for performance and high scalability to handle large volumes of HR data.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing codebase, actively contributing a problem-solving mindset to system improvements.
• Contribute to DevOps workflows including maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools like Docker and GitHub Actions .
• Expectation is to lead small teams and ensure timely delivery of product releases regularly.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 4 to 6 years of professional experience in Python development, with a strong focus on the Django framework .
• In-depth knowledge of Django ORM and extensive experience with Django Rest Framework (DRF) .
• Proficiency in database management, specifically PostgreSQL / MySQL , including complex query writing and optimization skills.
• Familiarity with distributed task queues and caching mechanisms using technologies like Redis / Celery .
• Strong understanding of web security principles, including implementing authentication and authorization (e.g., OAuth2, JWT).
• Practical experience with containerization technologies like Docker , version control (Git ), and setting up/maintaining CI/CD pipelines .
• Exposure to major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS / Azure / GCP ).
• Ability to write comprehensive unit tests and experience working within automated testing environments.

Preferred / Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with HR Tech, HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems), Talent Management, or Payroll platforms.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and/or event-driven systems .
• Familiarity with full-text search engines like Elasticsearch / OpenSearch for advanced HR document and data indexing.
• Exposure to integrating with third-party AI APIs or services, or experience with LLM/NLP models for capabilities like sentiment analysis or intelligent document processing.

Why Join Us?

You will be instrumental in developing the next generation of HR software that impacts thousands of employees and organizations globally. We offer a collaborative environment, cutting-edge technology exposure, and excellent opportunities for professional growth in the burgeoning HR Tech space.