• Code, develop, design and architect features related to the existing application. We
expect you to own modules end to end and take pride in the work products you
ship.
• Lead from the front, when it comes to delivering high quality work products. Serve
as a mentor to the team members
• Create and define performance metrics. Ideate, innovate and hack through the
existing systems to improve performance.
• Perform code reviews, set coding practices and guidelines within the team.
• Make sense of the product specs, be nimble in getting the issues resolved. Be a
thought leader.
Critical Functional Skills:
• Solid understanding and knowledge of Java/C/C++. You should understand the
concepts of multithreading, I/O, messaging, instrumentation etc and their
implementation in Java/Any other Object-Oriented Language.
• Proficiency in the implementation of algorithms and the use of advanced data
structures to solve problems in computing. A solid foundation in the principles of
computer science is desired.
• Ability to write clean, modular, and loosely coupled code by the use of design
patterns.
• He/She should be able to break down and architect complex software systems. For
example- Build
• Cars Availability Engine for Ola.
• Strong decision-making ability
• Deep expertise in at least one programming language & tech stack.
• Substantial experience in building complex and scalable solutions.
• Strong object-oriented design skills, ability to apply design patterns, and an uncanny
ability to design intuitive module and class-level interfaces
• The ability to do deep problem solving and build elegant, maintainable solutions to
complex problems.
• Experience leading multi-engineer projects and mentoring junior engineers
• Experience with full life cycle development in any programming language on a Linux
platform
• Comprehensive operational experience including, optimizations, deployments and
tuning servers like apache/mysql/tomcat/solr
• Prior experience in working with Agile software methodologies (XP, Scrum), TDD,
and Continuous Integration(CI/CD) a plus.
• Experience in building data-driven web application design and development is a plus
• Expert level experience in building a scalable, large and complex business
application.
Experience Required:
• Typically with an experience of 5+ years of development experience in a product
firm.
• Must have lead, designed, architected and delivered at least 1 project in his previous
assignments independently.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
• Btech/MS from a reputed Institute
• Deep expertise with any or combination programming languages: Java, C++, C#,
Ruby, Scala,
• Go any object-oriented high-level proprietary or open-source language with strong
programming constructs. We are not skill-specific but go by strength in
competencies
• Machine coding
• Single machine in-memory program
• Need a working code with functionality
• Readable and well-designed code with right abstractions, separation of concerns,
• right design patterns
• Performant code with concurrency and efficient data structures
• Write test cases covering the happy path and edge cases
• Problem Solving
• Choose the right combination of data structures to solve the problem
• Identify most edge cases for the problem

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Experience : 4+ Years
📍 Location : Bangalore, India (Hybrid)
Mandatory Skills : Java 8+ (Advanced Features), Spring Boot, Apache Spark (Spark Streaming), SQL & Cosmos DB, Git, Maven, CI/CD (Jenkins, GitHub), Azure Cloud, Agile Scrum.
About the Role :
We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Engineer with expertise in Java, Spark, and microservices architecture to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in object-oriented programming, experience with Spark Streaming, and a deep understanding of distributed systems and cloud technologies.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable microservices and optimized RESTful APIs using Spring Boot and Java 8+.
- Implement and optimize Spark Streaming applications for real-time data processing.
- Utilize advanced Java 8 features, including:
- Functional interfaces & Lambda expressions
- Streams and Parallel Streams
- Completable Futures & Concurrency API improvements
- Enhanced Collections APIs
- Work with relational (SQL) and NoSQL (Cosmos DB) databases, ensuring efficient data modeling and retrieval.
- Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub, and related automation tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, Business, and Automation, to deliver end-to-end product features.
- Ensure adherence to Agile Scrum practices and participate in code reviews to maintain high-quality standards.
- Deploy and manage applications in Azure Cloud environments.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS/MS in Computer Science or a related field.
- 4+ Years of experience developing backend applications with Spring Boot and Java 8+.
- 3+ Years of hands-on experience with Git for version control.
- Strong understanding of software design patterns and distributed computing principles.
- Experience with Maven for building and deploying artifacts.
- Proven ability to work in Agile Scrum environments with a collaborative team mindset.
- Prior experience with Azure Cloud Technologies.
Required Skills:
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Experience of working in Agile projects and aware of key Agile concepts
Good Problem solving and communication skills
Team player, hard working and innovative in his approach
Having stretch mindset and eagerness to learn/adopt new frameworks.
Expertise in Java 8 version or later
Hands on coding experience in Core Java ,Java, J2ee
Should have experience in Spring Boot
Should have good experience in Hibernate, Spring DATA JPA
Experience in RestFull Web services and microservices
Hands on knowledge in JMS and messaging Queues
Hands on Knowledge in Open API spec / swagger 2.0
Hands on knowledge in writing unit test cases using java test framework (Junits, Mockito)
Strong Ability to troubleshoot vulenerabilities and sonar issues and remediate with appropriate sonar rules compliant solution.
Should have hands on experience in SDLC
Should have an excellent client interaction background with Smart, Innovative, Enthusiastic, Proactive
Nice to Have
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Knowledge in kafka integeration
knowledge in OCP4 configs and deployment
Knowledge on secret Vaulting
Experience working in Agile project
- Knowledge on CI/CD process.
- Understand the requirement and convert that into API design.
- Write the code independently
- Unit testing and bug fixing
- Write code with standards and conventions and follow best practices.
- Know how to engineer a full-fledged system and not just write code to make things work.
- Knowledge of agile methodologies, scrum.
- Should be able to guide juniors.
- Communication with clients for requirement understanding.
- Code Merging and deployment
Required Skills:
- REST APIs in Spring Boot and Spring Framework
- MySQL Database, complex SQL queries (like joining multiple tables)
- Spring Security, JWT Tokens
- Third party Integration
- Unix basic commands
- Apache Tomcat, Deployment of War in Unix environment.
- Jira or any other Issue/Task tracking systems.
Qualification:
BE \ B.Tech \ MCA |
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- Expert object-oriented programming experience using Java
- Experience with Frontend technologies (React.js, Angular, JavaScript or Ruby-on-Rails)
- Experience in messaging protocol like MQTT and messaging middleware like ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ and/or Kafka
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- Experience with web services (consuming or creating) with REST, MQTT, Web Sockets
- Experience with containerized environment Dockers, Rocket and Container orchestrator such as Kubernetes, Docker Swam, etc
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- Strong knowledge of SOA, object-oriented programming, design patterns, multi-threaded application development
- Experience in reporting and analytics, queuing and real-time streaming systems
- Experience developing, maintaining, and innovating large scale, consumer facing web or mobile applications
- Git or similar distributed SCM tools experience
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Experience: 3-12 Years
Location: Hyderabad
Employment Type: Fulltime
Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days
Roles & Responsibilities:
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- Strong project experience in Spring & Spring boot.
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- Good work experience in Microservices.
- Strong with Data Structures and Algorithms.
- Good with Design and Design Patterns.
Required Skills:
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject.
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- Proven working experience in Java development.
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- Object Oriented analysis and design using common design patterns.
- Excellent knowledge of Relational Databases and SQL.
- Very good communication skills.
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- Playing a part in defining software architectures – collaborate with leads to explore existing systems, determine areas of complexity, uncover potential risks to successful implementation, and learn the applications’ capabilities.
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- Participating in the full development lifecycle of new functionality and enhancements to existing applications.
- Committing to producing high quality, highly performing and robust software within agreed time estimates and to agreed quality standards.
- Managing all stakeholder expectations.
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- Taking responsibility for successful delivery.
- Being able to work in a fast paced Agile/SCRUM environment.
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- Assisting in defining software architectures – Collaborating with leads to explore existing systems, determining areas of opportunities.
- Translating designs and style guides provided by the Design team into functional user interfaces, ensuring cross browser compatibility and performance.
- Contributing to continual improvement by suggesting improvements to user interface, software architecture or new technologies.
What you need to have:
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- Solid knowledge of application deployment in AWS cloud, Kubernetes, Docker.
- Ability to code in ReactJS or similar Javascript frameworks.
- Proven experience with responsive design, fullstack web development, consumption/creation of RESTful APIs.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related engineering field w/experience in software development.
- 3-7 years of experience developing customer facing web applications.
- 3-7 years of experience in Java Spring or similar J2EE frameworks.
- 3-7 years of experience in front-end development using JavaScript, knowledge of various JavaScript libraries and micro frameworks (React, Angular, Backbone), HTML and CSS.
- 3-7 years of experience coding using object-oriented and aspect-oriented programming, architecture and design patterns.
- Strong understanding of RESTful API principles.
- Strong understanding of security best practices.
- Strong experience with unit testing and end-to-end testing.
- Knowledge of : Programming languages Java 8, J2EE, Node.js, Design Patterns, HTML, CSS, JavaScript Web and cloud Technologies RESTful web services, Cloud functions, Amazon Web Services, SEO/ Sitemap, Serverless
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- Profound insight of Java and JEE internals (Classloading, Memory Management, Transaction management etc)
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Designation - Principal Software Engineer
About Livspace:
Livspace is India’s trusted interior design and renovation platform that connects interior designers, homeowners and vendors. For homeowners, Livspace is their one-stop destination for all things interior. For interior designers and vendors, we’ve streamlined their workflow from design all the way to delivery through powerful and innovative technology.
We’re currently in nine Indian metro areas. We’ve made over 20,000 customers happy by delivering their dream homes to them. With over 3,500 interior designers on board, we’re the largest design community India has seen. We employ over 2000 passionate individuals who continue to grow and be a part of this exciting journey.
Working at Livspace:
Livspace believes in an open, intellectually honest culture where everyone is given the autonomy to contribute and do their life’s best work. As a part of the dynamic team at Livspace, you will have a chance to learn new things, solve new problems, build your competence and be a part of an innovative design-and-tech startup that’s revolutionizing the interiors industry.
If you value autonomy, enjoy challenges, believe in getting things done and can work with minimal supervision, come join us
As a Principal Software Engineer you will:
- Design, implement and enhance new components of the Livspace design platform and supply chain platform.
- Design new features for the e-commerce properties and front-end products and mobile apps
- Maintain engineering infrastructure
- Have significant impact on current and future technology roadmap
- Complete ownership of Service/Services that your team is responsible for
- Lead by example, mentor and guide team members on everything from structured problem solving to development of best practices
- Own large technical deliverables and execute in an exemplary way
- Be able to conceptualize and develop prototype quickly
- Contribute creatively in strategic products that will reach large audience
- Build a web product that users love.
Who you are :
- Deep expertise with any or combination programming languages: Java, Python NodeJS any Object oriented high level proprietary or open source language with strong programming constructs ( Java Preferred ).
- Substantial experience in building complex and scalable solutions.
- Strong object oriented design skills, ability to apply design patterns, and an uncanny ability to design intuitive module and class-level interfaces
- The ability to do deep problem solving and build elegant, maintainable solutions to complex problems.
- Experience leading multi-engineer projects and mentoring junior engineers
- You earned B.Tech or equivalent degree in computer science or related engineering field
- You have at least 6+ years of experience working with large scale web products
Your Array (Nice to Have) :
- Good sense of system characterization and identification of technical requirements
- Good learnability and adopt technologies that help build large scale, performant, reliable and sustainable systems.
- Architectural & Design Choices, Deep knowledge on one or more tech stacks, identify alternative tech choices and trade-offs
- Strong problem Solving skills, Identify feasible alternatives and freeze on the optimal choice of data structures and advanced algorithms
- Ability to work in fuzzy environments and complex environments
- Able to take high ownership of complex system components and drive it to the next level
- Good exposure both with tech breadth and tech depth



