Senior Backend Developer (Node.js, Python, Go)

Job Title: Senior Backend Developer (Node.js, Python, Go)

Location: Delhi, India

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: 4+ Years

Overview:

Welcome to Basil Health! We are aBoston-based startup revolutionising mental wellnessby combiningmodern technology, AI, neuroscience, and ancient wisdomto createa new paradigm in cognitive health. Our EEG platform captures brain activity and deliversreal-time insights into stress, anxiety, focus, and relaxation, transforming mental well-being from a subjective concept into somethingmeasurable, actionable, and personalized. Designed for both individuals and organizations, Basil Health empowers smarter, data-driven approaches to cognitive performance, resilience, and overall mental optimization.

By integrating AI, neuroscience, biofeedback, and centuries-old practices, we translate brain signals intoclear, actionable insights that drive meaningful outcomes. Our platform is used across research, performance, and wellness environments to help people understand how their mind truly works in real time andoptimizeit in ways never possible before. Validated byleading U.S. universities, alongside the Indian Army and IITs, Basil Health issetting a new standard for holistic, evidence-based cognitive wellness, merging the wisdom of the past with the power of the future.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Lead Backend Developer to architect, develop, and scale backend systems across our neurotechnology and wellness platforms. You will work extensively with Node.js (Fastify), Python, Go, Prisma, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server, building secure and high-performance applications supporting global deployments.

This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys ownership, solving deep technical challenges, and building robust backend architecture in a fast-moving innovation-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs.
• Develop microservices using Node.js (Fastify), Python, and Go.
• Manage and optimize databases including PostgreSQL and SQL Server.
• Use Prisma ORM for schema management and efficient data operations.
• Ensure system reliability, performance, and security across applications.
• Collaborate with Product, Frontend, DevOps, and Data Science teams.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Review code, set technical standards, and mentor junior engineers.
• Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years of backend development experience, preferably in high-scale systems.
• Strong expertise with:
• Node.js (Fastify)
• Python
• Go (Golang)
• Prisma ORM
• PostgreSQL & SQL Server
• Solid understanding of SQL, relational databases, and system architecture.
• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in Node.js, Python, databases, or Cloud (AWS preferred).
• Experience with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Background in performance tuning, security best practices, and cloud deployments.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on breakthrough neurotechnology and wellness applications.
• Competitive salary + equity/stock options.
• Flexible hybrid/remote work options.
• Fast-growth environment with strong learning and leadership opportunities.
• Access to cutting-edge tools, infrastructure, and cross-disciplinary teams.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief note about your experience to:

areddy@brainwavescience.com/ hr@brainwavescience.com

Subject Line: Application Backend Developer [Your Name]