Associate Software Engineer

SproutsAI; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development stipend

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Job summary

Zoho seeks an Associate Software Engineer to join its Chennai engineering team. You will collaborate with senior developers to design, develop, and maintain scalable software powering Zoho's cloud applications.

The role offers growth, mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative SaaS environment. Key focus areas include building robust backend services and RESTful APIs, participating in code reviews, debugging, testing, and deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant software development experience.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a logical approach to debugging complex issues.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate effectively with global teams.
• Adaptability to new technologies and the ability to quickly learn new frameworks and tools.
• Teamwork orientation with a willingness to contribute to a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Java, Python, or C++ to build robust backend services and frontend interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to define and implement new features for our cloud suite.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to best practices, and consistency across the codebase.
• Debug, test, and deploy software applications in production environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs to facilitate communication between various microservices in our cloud infrastructure.
• Utilize Agile Methodologies to manage tasks, participate in sprints, and deliver features on schedule.
• Apply Object-Oriented Programming principles to create modular and reusable code components.

Skills

Java

Python

Data Structures and Algorithms

SQL

Git

RESTful APIs

Object-Oriented Programming

Agile Methodologies

Unit Testing

Problem Solving

HTML/CSS

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field

Job description

Associate Software Engineer at Zoho

About the company:

Zoho is a global technology company founded in 1996, formerly known as AdventNet. The company focuses on providing a comprehensive cloud software suite for businesses across various sectors. Zoho offers a wide range of products that help businesses manage customer relationships, secure email services, financial platforms, human resources processes, project management, and more. The company primarily sells to businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises, across various industries. Zoho operates in the Cloud Computing, Business Services, and Software as a Service (SaaS) domains, maintaining a strong presence in Chennai, India, with a global footprint.

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated Associate Software Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team at Zoho. In this role, you will collaborate with senior developers to design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions that power our diverse suite of business applications. You will participate in the full software development lifecycle, including coding, testing, debugging, and deployment. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in computer science principles and a passion for building efficient, high-quality code. This position offers significant opportunities for professional growth, mentorship from industry experts, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment. As an Associate Software Engineer, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence within the SaaS ecosystem.

Responsibilities:

• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Java, Python, or C++ to build robust backend services and frontend interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to define and implement new features for our cloud suite.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to best practices, and consistency across the codebase.
• Debug, test, and deploy software applications in production environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs to facilitate communication between various microservices in our cloud infrastructure.
• Utilize Agile Methodologies to manage tasks, participate in sprints, and deliver features on schedule.
• Apply Object-Oriented Programming principles to create modular and reusable code components.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience in software development.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a logical approach to debugging complex issues.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate effectively with global teams.
• Adaptability to new technologies and the ability to quickly learn new frameworks and tools.
• Teamwork orientation with a willingness to contribute to a collaborative engineering environment.

Skills Required:

• Java
• Python
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• SQL
• Git
• RESTful APIs
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Agile Methodologies
• Unit Testing
• Problem Solving
• HTML/CSS
• JavaScript

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from 65,000 to 90,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Professional development stipend to support continuous learning and certification.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Remote work options available for eligible periods.

Company Culture:

Zoho fosters an inclusive work environment that values diversity and equal opportunity. The company encourages a culture of innovation, where employees are empowered to take ownership of their work and contribute to the global SaaS landscape. With a focus on technical excellence and collaborative growth, Zoho provides a supportive atmosphere for engineers to thrive. The company is known for its employee-centric policies, promoting a healthy work-life balance and providing opportunities for career advancement within a stable and growing organization.

Location:Chennai

Salary:65,000 - 90,000