Lead Backend Engineer

SciFin; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

SciFin in Bengaluru seeks an experienced software engineer to build scalable, distributed applications across Java, Python, Golang, and C++. The role requires deep data architecture knowledge and strong problem-solving skills, with preference for cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP) and a CS degree.

This startup environment values flexible, rapid iteration and the ability to navigate ambiguity while delivering robust software solutions.

Qualifications

• 7-13 years of experience building highly scalable, distributed apps in Java, Python, Golang, C++ or similar.
• Solid understanding of data architecture principles.
• Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms and software design with analytical and debugging skills.
• Deep understanding of how distributed, resilient software is built and deployed.
• Experience with AWS/Azure/GCP is a plus.
• Desire to work in an unstructured, fast-moving startup environment.
• B Tech degree from tier-1 CS colleges or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop highly scalable, distributed applications, products and services in Java, Python, Golang, or C++.
• Maintain solid data architecture principles across platforms.
• Apply strong data structures, algorithms and software design to complex problems.
• Design and deploy distributed, resilient software systems.
• Leverage cloud services (AWS/Azure/GCP) to enhance scalability.
• Adapt to a fast-moving startup environment with ambiguity and change.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver results.

Skills

Distributed systems

Data architecture

Algorithms

Debugging

Analytical thinking

Java

Python

Golang

C++

Education

B Tech in CS

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Responsibilities:

• 7-13 years of experience developing highly scalable, distributed applications, products and services in Java, Python, Golang, C++ or similar languages.
• Solid understanding of data architecture principles.
• Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms and software design with strong analytical and debugging skills.
• A deep understanding of how distributed, resilient software is built and deployed.
• Experience with AWS/Azure/GCP is a plus.
• Strong desire to work in an unstructured, fast-moving startup environment.
• B Tech degree from tier-1 colleges in CS or equivalent.