Software Architect - Backend at Poppulo

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
SaaS, IoTIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years of backend development experience with at least 3 years in architectural leadership roles
  • Expert-level proficiency in Node.js / TypeScript, including asynchronous programming and modular architecture
  • Strong hands-on experience designing and scaling applications using AWS serverless services
  • Proven understanding of distributed systems, multi-tenancy, RBAC, and backend security principles
  • Exposure to IoT systems and edge/cloud integration patterns (strong advantage)
  • Experience with CI/CD, infrastructure as code (CDK/Terraform), Git workflows, and automated testing
  • Familiarity with React or modern frontend frameworks
  • Knowledge of AI/ML integrations, LLM tooling (Cursor, Windsurf), or generative AI workflows (bonus)
  • Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work across teams and functions

Responsibilities

  • Architect and evolve backend systems to ensure modularity, scalability, and performance across a multi-tenant SaaS environment
  • Design and implement cloud-native serverless architectures using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, CloudFront, and Cognito
  • Define backend standards and drive best practices for API design, authentication, error handling, and observability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend engineers, product managers, DevOps, and QA to deliver cohesive solutions
  • Implement secure, standards-compliant authentication and authorization using tools like Okta, Cognito, OAuth2, and OIDC
  • Guide design decisions for IoT integration, ensuring secure and reliable cloud-device communication (e.g., MQTT, WebSockets)
  • Lead design and code reviews, mentor engineers, and foster a culture of engineering excellence and continuous improvement
  • Explore and incorporate AI/ML capabilities, including LLMs and generative workflows, into backend service architecture
  • Maintain focus on performance optimization, cost-efficiency, and operational excellence through metrics and monitoring tools

Skills

Node.js
TypeScript
AWS Lambda
API Gateway
DynamoDB
S3
CloudFront
Cognito
Okta
OAuth2
OIDC
MQTT
WebSockets

Poppulo

Communication solutions for employee engagement

About Poppulo

Poppulo focuses on enhancing communication between businesses and their key audiences, including customers and employees. The company offers solutions that facilitate effective communication, recognizing it as a fundamental human need. Poppulo's products are designed to help organizations create meaningful connections and improve workplace experiences. Unlike many competitors, Poppulo emphasizes the importance of people in its approach, aiming to foster a more informed and connected world. The company's goal is to empower its customers to achieve impactful communication that leads to positive results.

Cork, IrelandHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$34MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Educational Assistance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Life Insurance
Wellness Program

Risks

Recent layoffs may indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges at Poppulo.
Adoption of Poppulo AI may face resistance from traditional communication teams.
Integration challenges from mergers may affect seamless service delivery.

Differentiation

Poppulo's Harmony platform integrates employee communications, digital signage, and workplace management.
Poppulo AI enhances productivity with intelligent insights and automation for communication teams.
Poppulo's omnichannel platform is trusted by 47 of the Fortune 100 companies.

Upsides

Poppulo AI boosts productivity and engagement with enterprise-grade AI capabilities.
The Engage '23 Conference highlights Poppulo's leadership in virtual industry events.
Poppulo's recognition as a top software reflects high demand for its communication solutions.

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