Software Engineer - Backend

Software Engineer - Backend (strong Product background)

• You will 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.
• You will design, implement, test, and maintain highly scalable, multi-tier, distributed server software applications.
• You will deliver across the entire app life cycle, including design, build, deploy, test, release to app stores, and support.
• You will work directly with developers and product managers to conceptualize, build, test, and release products.
• You will take responsibility for the performance and stability of all the applications and related infrastructure.
• You will continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.

Qualifications

You should have at least an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, and Engineering, preferably from IITs/Top RECs.

• You should have

  3-5 years

  of experience at cutting-edge organizations or startups.
• You should have expertise in

  Java/J2EE technology.

• You should have proficiency in the implementation of algorithms and the use of advanced data structures to solve problems in computing.
• You should have experience with e-business/e-commerce applications and business environments.
• Any experience with internet companies or the travel industry will be a plus.
• You should have a good understanding of Java/J2EE and design patterns.
• You should have strong knowledge of data structures and designing for performance, scalability, and availability.
• You should have expertise in relational databases like MySQL or Postgres.
• You should have knowledge in MongoDB and Web services.
• You should have extensive use of Instruments and Shark to detect memory leaks and for performance optimization.
• You should have a good grasp of algorithms, memory management, and multithreaded programming.
• You should have experience in writing Unit tests, Automation tests.
• Having exposure to Test Driven Development is a plus.
• You should have great people skills!
• You should be able to fit in well within an informal startup environment and provide hands-on management.
• You should have a high energy level and untiring commitment to drive oneself & the team towards goals.