SDE – I (Back End)

We are looking for:

• 2+ years of expertise in software development with one or more of the general programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C/C++, Go). Experience in Python and Django is recommended.

• Deep understanding of how to build an application with optimized RESTful APIs.

• Knowledge of a web framework like Django or similar with ORM or multi-tier, multi-DB-based data-heavy web application development will help your profile stand out.

• Knowledge of Gen AI tools and technologies is a plus.

• Sound knowledge of SQL queries & DB like PostgreSQL(must) or MySQL. Working knowledge of NoSQL DBs (Elasticsearch, Mongo, Redis, etc.) is a plus.

• Knowledge of graph DB like Neo4j or AWS Neptune adds extra credits to your profile.

• Knowing queue-based messaging frameworks like Celery, RQ, Kafka, etc., and distributed system understanding will be advantageous.

• Understands a programming language's limitations to exploit the language behavior to the fullest potential.

• Understanding of accessibility and security compliances

• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non- technical audiences with ease

• Diversity in skills like version control tools, CI/CD, cloud basics, good debugging skills, and test-driven development will help your profile stand out. 

Responsibilities :

• Lead the development of the backend systems for our client's first product.
• Build reliable, secure, and performant backend systems.
• Drive test coverage and continuous delivery automation within the team.
• Mentor and provide feedback to teammates.
• You should have a min of 8 years of software development experience and management.
• Can write code that is readable, maintainable, secure, and performant.
• Know the importance of tests and how to approach writing different types of tests, good intuition for REST API design
• Deep understanding of relational databases, transactions, entity-relationship modeling.
• Comfortable writing highly concurrent systems.
• Experienced in using profilers, tuning garbage collection, optimizing SQL queries.

• Golang, Java, Python, Ruby, Node.

Our client has a B2C startup in the Fintech space building the payment system for the

subscription economy. We have raised pre-seed funding from some of the leading

investors in the country. A small brief about their product - To build the payment

system for the subscription economy and make it easier to discover and manage

subscription payments in India and abroad. To give subscription merchants the

power to increase their offering by providing user subscription data, multiple login

authentication, distribution and one click subscription checkouts. To enable users to

participate in the subscription economy & increase adoption of new subscriptions.

The core team come from strong backgrounds having been alumni of IIT Madras,

IIM Calcutta as well as having worked with some of the top startups in the

ecosystem including Swiggy, Mckinsey, Barclays, etc..

What we're looking for

We are looking for an experienced Python developer to join our engineering team

and help us develop our mobile application. In this role, you will be responsible for

writing and testing scalable code, developing back-end components, and integrating

user-facing elements in collaboration with front-end developers.

To be successful as a Python developer, you should possess in-depth knowledge of

object-relational mapping, experience with server-side logic, and above-average

knowledge of Python programming.

As one of the earliest members in engineering, you will have the flexibility to design

the application and systems from ground up. As any early-stage start-up, we expect

you to be comfortable wearing various hats, and be proactive contributor in building

something truly remarkable.

Responsibilities

Coordinating with development teams to determine application requirements.Python Backend Developer

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Writing scalable code using Python programming language.

Developing back-end components.

Implement business logic in the backend

Integrating user-facing elements using server-side logic.

Create restful APIs for a seamless integration with our mobile front end

Testing and debugging applications.

Assessing and prioritizing client feature requests.

Integrating data storage solutions.

Coordinating with front-end developers.

Reprogramming existing databases to improve functionality.

Developing digital tools to monitor online traffic.

Qualifications

4+ years of experience in Python, Django, Mongo, Express, MySQL, etc

Have built applications capable of serving high volume with low latency in

production

Following practices of agile development with continuous integration/deployment

A deep understanding and multi-process architecture and the threading

limitations of Python.

Experience in deploying applications in AWS cloud

Ability to collaborate on projects and work independently when required.

Knowledge in building applications for Fintech/payments domain is a bonus

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS or equivalent from a reputed institution

Job Description:

1) Good experience in Java

2) Hands-on experience in Spring boot

3) Hands-on experience in Microservices

• 3+ year of experience in Development in JAVA technology.
• Strong Java Basics
• SpringBoot or Spring MVC
• Hands on experience on Relationl Databases (SQL query or Hibernate) + Mongo (JSON parsing)
• Proficient in REST API development
• Messaging Queue (RabitMQ or Kafka)
• Microservices
• Any Caching Mechanism
• Good at problem solving

Good to Have Skills:

• 3+ years of experience in using Java/J2EE tech stacks
• Good understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced internet start-up environment.
• Experience in technical mentorship/coaching is highly desirable.
• Understanding of AI/ML algorithms is a plus.

• Experience of using Python/ Django frameworks in building back end for Full Stack Applications
• Hands on experience on Web frameworks, Restful APIs and SOAP
• Strong command on SQL (or relevant query language or ORM queries)
• Knowledge of front-end technologies such as React Native, React.js, Angular.js or Javascript

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