SDE 2 Backend developer

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly experienced Java Developer with expertise in Spring Boot and Microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in building scalable, high-performance applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot and Microservices.
• Create and implement RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services.
• Design and build scalable, resilient microservices.
• Perform code reviews and optimize applications for performance and security.
• Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and deployment.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues and production bugs.

Required Skills:

•  Java 8+ or 11+ (strong proficiency)
•  Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security
•  Microservices architecture and distributed systems
•  RESTful APIs and API gateways
•  SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
•  Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
•  Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
•  CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
•  Message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

Mandatory Skills: C++, STL, Multithreading, Socket Programming, LINUX, Memory Management, System Design, Design Patterns, Design & Deployment.

● 4+ years of experience in C++ application development.

● Hands-on experience with C++11 or above.

● Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming and software design.

● Deep understanding of STL, multi-threading, socket programming, and datastructures.

● Solid grasp of Linux development and debugging techniques.

● Proficient in using GCC, GDB, and Makefile.

● Familiarity with Valgrind and similar analysis tools.

● Experience with version control tools like Git.

● Experience writing and maintaining automated tests.

● Experience in capital markets/trading domain is a plus.

We are seeking a highly skilled C++ Developer with 6–9 years of experience to design,

develop, and maintain high-performance software applications. The ideal candidate will

have a strong foundation in object-oriented programming, data structures, and

system-level programming, with a focus on delivering efficient and scalable

solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

 Design, develop, and maintain robust and efficient applications using C++.

 Write clean, maintainable, and optimized code following best practices.

 Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve performance bottlenecks and issues.

 Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including QA, DevOps, and Product

Management, to deliver high-quality software solutions.

 Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving coding standards.

 Prepare and maintain technical documentation for development processes and

modules.

 Work on integrating software components and third-party libraries.

 Optimize application performance and scalability for large-scale systems.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

 6–9 years of hands-on development experience in C++.

 Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming, STL, and design

patterns.

 Experience with multithreading, memory management, and performance

tuning.

 Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and shell scripting.

 Good understanding of network programming and socket-level communication.

 Experience working with version control systems like Git.

 Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

 Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

 Experience with modern C++ standards (C++11/14/17 or later).

 Knowledge of database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL

databases.

 Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.

 Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools.

 Background in Agile/Scrum methodologies.

About Root Node

We’re an early-stage startup building intelligent tools for planning, scheduling, and optimization—starting with timetabling and warehouse logistics. Backed by deep domain expertise and a growing customer pipeline, we’re now building our core tech team. This is not just a coding job — it's a chance to build something meaningful from the ground up.

About the job

• Design and implement robust backend systems and APIs using Java or similar backend language and Spring Boot or equivalent frameworks
• Integrate backend services with existing custom ERP systems 
• Work closely with the founder on product architecture, feature prioritization, and go-to-market feedback
• Take full ownership of features — from system design and development to deployment and iterative improvements
• Help shape our engineering culture and technical foundations

You're a Great Fit If You:

• Have 3+ years of experience in backend development
• Are strong in Java or similar languages (e.g., Kotlin, Go, Node.js)
• Have solid experience with Spring Boot or equivalent backend frameworks
• Have integrated with ERP or enterprise systems in production environments
• Are comfortable with both SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB)
• Understand REST API development, authentication, Docker
• Have an entrepreneurial mindset — you're excited about ownership, ambiguity, and making decisions that shape the product and company
• Want more than just a job — you want to build, solve, and learn rapidly

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• High degree of ownership and autonomy
• Ability to shape the tech and product direction from Day 1
• Transparent and fast decision-making culture
• A builder’s environment — solve real-world problems with real impact

About the Company-

AdPushup is an award-winning ad revenue optimization platform and Google Certified Publishing Partner (GCPP), helping hundreds of web publishers grow their revenue using cutting-edge technology, premium demand partnerships, and proven ad ops expertise.

Our team is a mix of engineers, marketers, product evangelists, and customer success specialists, united by a common goal of helping publishers succeed. We have a work culture that values expertise, ownership, and a collaborative spirit.

Job Overview- Java Backend- Lead Role :-

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineering Team Lead to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, proven leadership experience, and a passion for mentoring and developing a team of talented engineers. This role will be pivotal in driving the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Exp- 5+ years

Location- New Delhi

Work Mode- Hybrid

Key Responsibilities:-

● Leadership and Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and professional growth.

● Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, ensuring they meet quality standards, timelines, and budget constraints.

● Technical Expertise: Provide technical guidance and expertise in software design, architecture, development, and best practices. Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies. Design, develop, and maintain high-quality applications, taking full, end-to-end ownership, including writing test cases, setting up monitoring, etc.

● Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, scope, and deliverables.

● Code Review and Quality Assurance: Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and overall software quality. Implement and enforce quality assurance processes.

● Problem Solving: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical challenges and bottlenecks. Provide innovative solutions to complex problems.

● Performance Management: Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations for team members.

● Documentation: Ensure comprehensive documentation of code, processes, and project-related information.

Qualifications:-

● Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

● Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development.

● Technical Skills:

○ A strong body of prior backend work, successfully delivered in production. Experience building large volume data processing pipelines will be an added bonus.

○ Expertise in Core Java.

■ In-depth knowledge of the Java concurrency framework.

■ Sound knowledge of concepts like exception handling, garbage collection, and generics.

■ Experience in writing unit test cases, using any framework.

■ Hands-on experience with lambdas and streams.

■ Experience in using build tools like Maven and Ant.

○ Good understanding and Hands on experience of any Java frameworks e.g. SpringBoot, Vert.x will be an added advantage.

○ Good understanding of security best practices. ○ Hands-on experience with Low Level and High Level Design Practices and Patterns.

○ Hands on experience with any of the cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

○ Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker, Kubernetes and Terraform.

○ Strong understanding of database technologies, both SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Couchbase).

○ Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools such as Jenkins, CI/CD.

○ Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).

● Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a team of engineers. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

● Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to think critically and provide innovative solutions.

● Project Management: Experience in managing software projects from conception to delivery. Strong organizational and time-management skills.

● Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment. Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

● Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements.

Why Should You Work for AdPushup?

At AdPushup, we have

1. A culture of valuing our employees and promoting an autonomous, transparent, and ethical work environment.

2. Talented and supportive peers who value your contributions.

3. Challenging opportunities: learning happens outside the comfort-zone and that’s where our team likes to be - always pushing the boundaries and growing personally and professionally.

4. Flexibility to work from home: We believe in work & performance instead of measuring conventional benchmarks like work-hours.

5. Plenty of snacks and catered lunch.

6. Transparency: an open, honest and direct communication with co-workers and business associates.

• Java
• Springboot
• REST API
• Microservices

Proficient in Java, J2EE and related technologies.
• Experienced in using spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, messaging systems.
• Good understanding of relational database performance concepts and usage of ORM frameworks such as Hibernate
• Expert understanding of the object-oriented design and programming concepts
• Strong working experience  on Data Structures, Algorithms and Collections.
• Solid experience building applications on top of RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge/experience with Spring MVC
• Stroing knowledge in developing and executing automated unit, functional and integration tests
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Strong trouble shooting skills

• Hands on Java experience with minimum 8 yrs. More experience is a plus but need to be hands on.
• Server side programming experience with technologies: Spring, Hibernate & Swing is a plus
• Good DB knowledge, hands on PL/SQL or T-SQL
• Experienced to work on Linux, git, IntelliJ, Eclipse
• Experience of designing and developing end-to-end solutions.