SDE 2

Responsibilities:

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python and Java (Spring Boot).
• Take end-to-end ownership of backend features - from design and implementation to testing, deployment, and monitoring.
• Design and optimise database schemas and queries (SQL/NoSQL).
• Build secure and efficient REST APIs / GraphQL endpoints.
• Ensure performance, reliability, and scalability of backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (frontend, product, AI/LLM, and business stakeholders) to deliver impactful solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest in backend engineering and LLM-driven application development.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of professional backend development experience.
• Strong expertise in Python (FastAPI, Django, or Flask) and Java with Spring Boot.
• Proven experience in database design, query optimisation, and performance tuning.
• Strong knowledge of REST APIs, GraphQL, and system design principles.
• Experience in building scalable, production-grade services.
• Familiarity or exposure to LLMs or interest in AI/ML-based applications.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and ownership mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP).
• Knowledge of caching, queues (Redis, RabbitMQ, Kafka), or event-driven architectures.
• Ability to mentor junior developers and review code for quality.
• Product-first mindset with experience in translating business requirements into backend solutions.

Skills

backend, fastapi, graphql, java, nosql, python, rest, spring boot, sql