Backend Engineer

*About:*

Our client  is a US tax & accounting software startup based in San Francisco and Bangalore. They exclusively serve US technology startups and are on a mission to make accounting, tax and compliance easy, scalable, affordable and on-demand for US-registered companies - using software and human services.  They’re backed by leading global VC funds.

*About the team and this role:* 

As a Backend Developer, you will report to the Backend Lead and work closely with product managers, designers, developers, and other cross-functional teams to deliver features and improvements that enhance the end-user experience.

*Responsibilities:* 

- Compile and analyze data, processes, and codes to troubleshoot problems and identify areas for improvement.

- Gather and address technical and design requirements, liaise with developers, designers and system administrators to identify new features

- Collaborating with the front-end developers and other team members to establish objectives and design more functional, cohesive codes to enhance the user experience.

- Troubleshoot and debug applications

- Perform UI tests to optimize performance

- Developing ideas for new programs, products, or features by monitoring industry developments and trends.

- Participating in continuing education and training to remain current on best practices, learn new programming languages, and better assist other team members.

- Take the lead on projects as needed.

*Who we’re looking for:* 

- *3 - 5 years of experience* in backend development. Experience working in a high-growth startup is a bonus

- Proficiency in *Django* and *Python*, In-depth knowledge of databases and data modelling.

- Proactively reach out to reporting managers and take the initiative in implementing new features and solving issues.

- Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills and a keen eye for details

- Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment and rapid changes in design/technology.

- Efficient communication and leadership skills, and a willingness to work in a team. Must be able to inspire and mentor other developers in the team.

- Willingness to continuously learn and keep improving.

*Benefits that we’ll provide:*

- Highly competitive salary: Inkle offers a competitive compensation package benchmarked to local norms in Bangalore and San Francisco. 

- Stock option scheme - all employees receive generous stock options with very favourable terms. 

- Health insurance - all employees are covered under the Group Medical Insurance policy. 

- Relocation allowance - provides a one-time expense allowance to cater to moving costs when you join the office in Bangalore. 

- The company has a very generous leave policy. This includes 1 day of Period Leave per month for all female employees. 

- Employees are granted 10 work-from-home days (per year pro-rated). This is on top of their leave. 

- A comfortable, fun, and safe office environment in the heart of Bangalore with great transport links and eateries nearby. 

- All employees receive MacBooks and external monitors as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹2,000,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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+91 9008078505