Lead Instructor - Backend

About Newton School of Technology : Newton School is on a mission to redefine tech education in India. Backed by global investors (RTP Global, Nexus, Kunal Shah, and more), we are building a Tech Institute to solve the employability gap for millions of graduates. In collaboration with Rishihood University (Sonipat), Ajeenkya DY Patil University (Pune), and S-VYASA University (Bangalore), we're creating the next generation of industry-ready tech leaders.

Role Description: This is a full-time on-site role for an SDE 2/3 Instructor - Backend located in Pune. The candidate will be responsible for developing backend software solutions, providing instruction in backend development, and mentoring students. Day-to-day tasks include coding, debugging, and designing scalable backend systems, as well as creating curriculum materials, delivering lectures, and providing hands-on guidance to students.

Key Responsibilities:

Course Development & Delivery: Design and deliver engaging lectures and practical sessions in Backend topics like Node.js, Express.js, Databases, API design, and MERN Stack.

Lab Management: Conduct and manage lab sessions to provide students with hands-on backend coding experience.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with faculty members, researchers, and industry partners to enhance the backend curriculum.

Academic Excellence & Student Success: Mentor students, assist with backend project work, and ensure academic growth.

Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with university administrators and Newton School representatives to drive innovation.

Research & Innovation: Encourage students to engage in cutting-edge backend research and industry collaborations.

Qualifications & Experience:

4-10 years of experience as a Software Developer with a focus on Backend Development - MERN Stack

Proficiency in Node.js, Express.js, Databases (SQL/NoSQL), and API design (must be comfortable picking up new technologies quickly).

Solid understanding of backend development concepts, including server-side architecture, RESTful APIs, authentication, and performance optimization.

Strong ability to explain complex backend concepts in simple terms to students.

Adaptability to learn and teach core computer science topics.

Good-to-Have:

Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level.

Familiarity with modern teaching methodologies and academic tools.

Experience in software development and system design.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive salary packages aligned with industry standards.

Access to state-of-the-art labs and classroom facilities.

Contribution to cutting-edge academic work in collaboration with the Newton School of Technology and Rishihood University, Sonipat, and Ajeenkya DY Patil University and S-Vyasa University Bangalore