This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Software Development Engineer II (Java Backend) based in India.

This is a high-impact backend engineering role focused on building and scaling mission-critical distributed systems that power large-scale digital interactions. You will work in a fast-paced, product-driven environment where performance, reliability, and scalability are key priorities. The role involves designing and developing high-volume, low-latency backend services using modern Java-based frameworks and cloud-ready architectures. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product, platform, and engineering groups, to deliver robust, production-grade solutions. This is an opportunity to work on complex systems involving real-time data processing, microservices, and event-driven architectures. The environment encourages ownership, technical depth, and continuous improvement in engineering practices.

Accountabilities:

You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services that support high-traffic, mission-critical applications. The role involves building REST-based APIs, ensuring system performance, and contributing to overall software architecture decisions. You will also participate in production support activities, including debugging issues, resolving system failures, and participating in on-call rotations. Key responsibilities include:

Designing and developing high-performance backend applications using Java and Spring Boot, ensuring scalability and low latency

Building and maintaining RESTful APIs and microservices-based architectures

Working with SQL and NoSQL databases (such as MySQL and Cassandra) to design efficient data models

Debugging production issues and ensuring system stability across distributed environments

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and manage dependencies

Participating in code reviews, enforcing coding standards, and improving overall code quality

Working with event-driven systems and data processing tools such as Kafka and related frameworks

Documenting technical designs, system flows, and implementation approaches

Contributing to DevOps practices using tools like Jenkins, Git, and Kubernetes

Supporting continuous improvement of engineering practices and platform reliability

Requirements:

This role requires strong backend engineering expertise with deep hands-on experience in Java and distributed systems. You should be comfortable working in complex, high-scale environments and collaborating across teams. Key requirements include:

7+ years of experience in software development, with strong backend engineering focus

Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and multithreaded application development

Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles

Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases such as MySQL and Cassandra

Experience building and maintaining REST APIs and distributed microservices systems

Familiarity with data streaming and processing tools like Kafka, Airflow, Spark, or Hadoop

Experience working with version control, CI/CD pipelines, and tools like Git and Jenkins

Exposure to Kubernetes and cloud environments such as AWS or GCP is a plus

Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to collaborate effectively in Agile development environments

Good technical communication skills and ability to mentor junior engineers

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Benefits:

Competitive compensation package

Health insurance coverage and medical benefits

Provident fund and retirement-related benefits

Group life insurance and personal accident coverage

Employee stock participation program (ESPP)

Learning and development support with training programs and stipends

Paid time off and structured leave policies

Volunteering days to support social and community initiatives

Flexible and remote-friendly work arrangement (as applicable)

Inclusive, diverse, and growth-oriented work culture.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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Software Development Engineer II ( Java Backend )

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