Backend Engineer - ONDC

We are looking for a skilled and self-driven Backend Engineer to lead and implement our ONDC integration efforts. You will work closely with product managers, ONDC protocol teams, and cross-functional engineering groups to develop and maintain reliable APIs and backend infrastructure aligned with ONDC specifications.

• Design and implement backend services and APIs to integrate with ONDC protocols.

• Work with KiranaPro's product and tech team to ensure compliance with ONDC buyer/seller app standards.

• Handle data modeling, performance tuning, and secure API development.

• Collaborate with external ONDC interfaces like Beckn protocol and gateway services.

• Manage and monitor ONDC transaction flows (discovery, ordering, fulfillment, settlement).

• Write clean, scalable, and well-documented code.

• Conduct code reviews, write unit and integration tests.

• Maintain high availability and reliability for ONDC-related services.

• Integrate with logistics, payments, and catalog management systems as part of ONDC flow.

• 2–6 years of experience in backend development.

• Strong proficiency in Node.js, Typescript.

• Good experience with REST APIs, WebSockets, and microservices architecture.

• Hands-on experience with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or similar databases.

• Understanding of API security, OAuth2, JWT, and related standards.

• Experience with Docker, ORM's like Prisma, and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.

• Familiarity with ONDC or Beckn protocol is highly preferred.

• Solid problem-solving and debugging skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.

• Be part of the team driving India’s digital commerce revolution.

• Work on meaningful, scalable systems impacting thousands of retailers.

• Competitive compensation and ESOPs.

• Remote-first culture with flexibility.

• High ownership and opportunities for rapid career growth.