Lead Software Enginner-Backend

Neara; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility around hours

Learning and growth opportunities

Celebration of wins

Job summary

Neara is seeking a Lead Software Engineer-Backend in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. You'll drive the design and development of core features of our observability platform, mentor a team, and collaborate cross-functionally. Candidates should have 6+ years of backend engineering experience, be proficient in Java and related technologies, and focus on performance optimization and API development. Join a passionate team with a commitment to innovation and flexibility in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Backend engineering roles.
• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and related frameworks.
• Work with HTTP protocols to build scalable and reliable APIs.

Responsibilities

• Drive design and development of core features of the observability platform.
• Mentor a team of software engineers to achieve technical excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement efficient systems.

Skills

Backend engineering

Java

HTTP protocols

Spring

PostgreSQL

Redis

Docker

Performance optimisation

AWS services

Tools

GitHub

Message brokers

Job description

Lead Software Engineer-Backend

Job type: Full Time · Department: Engineering · Work type: On-Site

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

About Rocketlane

Rocketlane is a fast-growing, innovative SaaS company making waves in customer onboarding and professional services automation.

Our mission? To empower B2B companies with a smooth, consistent, and efficient way to onboard customers and manage client projects—reducing chaos and boosting customer satisfaction across industries.

We’re a close-knit team of over 100 passionate professionals, all focused on building a product that teams love to use. Our journey has been fueled by $45M in funding from top investors, including 8VC, Matrix Partners, and Nexus Venture Partners.

What will you do?

At Rocketlane, we’re all about building a great product and a great place to work. Here’s why you’ll actually look forward to Mondays.

• Drive the design, development, and enhancement of core features and functionalities of our observability platform, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver scalable and reliable solutions
• Act as a subject matter expert, guiding and mentoring a team of talented software engineers to achieve technical excellence and deliver high‑quality code
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design and implement robust, scalable, and efficient systems that meet the demands of our growing customer base
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, constantly researching and experimenting with innovative solutions to enhance our observability platform
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions, advocating for best practices and promoting a collaborative work environment
• Be proactive in identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks, applying optimisations, and maintaining the stability and availability of our platform
• Encourage a culture of continuous learning, improvement, and innovation within the engineering team, sharing knowledge and promoting professional growth

You should apply if

• 6+ years of experience in Backend engineering roles.
  • Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and related frameworks.
  • Work with HTTP protocols to build scalable and reliable APIs.
  • Collaborate on solutions leveraging technologies such as Spring, PostgreSQL, Redis, Docker, message brokers, and GitHub.
  • Ensure strong focus on performance optimisation, debugging, and log management across services.
  • Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues.
  • Contribute to improving deployment and containerisation workflows.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality features in a SaaS environment.
  • (Nice to have) Utilize AWS services for building and scaling cloud‑native solutions.

Why join us?

At Rocketlane, we’re all about building a great product and a great place to work. Here’s why you’ll actually look forward to Mondays:

• Impact and ownership: You won’t just be another cog in the machine; here, you’re more like a turbo‑charged engine part. Bring your ideas, make them happen.
• Work with the best: We’re a team of passionate, quirky, and ridiculously talented people. Come for the work, stay for the memes.
• Celebrate wins: Whether we’re hitting major milestones or celebrating new funding, we like to mix it up. From rap videos to team outings, we believe in celebrating big.
• Learn and grow: We’re all about learning—and we’re not just talking about the latest SaaS trends. You’ll grow your career, pick up new skills, and maybe even learn to love Excel (or at least tolerate it).
• Flexibility and balance: While we love collaborating in the office five days a week, we know everyone has their own rhythm. That’s why we offer flexibility around hours—so you can bring your best energy, whether you’re an early bird or a night owl. Pajamas optional (at least outside the office).