Backend Engineer

NTT DATA is seeking a Backend Engineer to join their innovative team in Delhi, Delhi. This role involves designing, developing, and testing software systems and applications, with a focus on cloud-based and internet-related tools. You will be instrumental in creating prototypes for multi-vendor infrastructure and demonstrating them to internal teams and clients. The position requires developing functionality within a microservices environment, working with APIs, telemetry data, and machine learning/AI algorithms on both structured and unstructured data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop business-growth solutions and functionality.
• Write and test code, supporting automated testing execution.
• Participate in software deployments under stakeholder guidance.
• Collaborate with product teams to deliver software components.
• Integrate and build solutions using automation, coding, and third-party software.
• Craft, build, and debug large-scale distributed systems.
• Maintain technical documentation, end-user guides, and operational procedures.
• Assist with code refactoring and code reviews.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Developing understanding of cloud architectures (AWS, GCP, Azure, Office 365).
• Expertise in programming languages like C/C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, Node.js, and associated libraries/frameworks.
• Proficiency in data structures, algorithms, and software design with strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and API product development.
• Expertise in SQL and NoSQL data stores (Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Understanding of container runtimes (Kubernetes, Docker, LXC/LXD).
• Proficiency in Agile and Lean practices, with a belief in Test-Driven Development.
• A proactive, "can-do" attitude and initiative.
• Excellent collaboration skills within diverse teams and fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with CI/CD concepts and tools.
• Proficiency with cloud-based infrastructure and deployments.
• High attention to detail.

Academic & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals (preferred).
• Relevant Agile certifications (preferred).

Required Experience:

• Moderate experience working with geo-distributed teams through various project phases with multiple stakeholders, ensuring high quality and performance.
• Moderate experience with tools across the full software delivery lifecycle (IDE, source control, CI, testing, mocking, work tracking, defect management).
• Moderate experience in Agile/Lean methodologies, Continuous Delivery/DevOps, and data-driven processes.
• Familiarity with large datasets and applying ML/AI algorithms.
• Moderate experience in developing microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Moderate experience in software development.

Workplace Type: On-site Working