SDE 1 + Associate Instructor - Software Development & System Designs

Newton School; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton School is seeking a Software Development Engineer with a strong background in system design, scalable architectures, and backend development to design and deliver CS courses. You will mentor students, shape curriculum, and collaborate with industry partners to keep programs aligned with latest technologies.

The role blends real-world software engineering with academic impact, focusing on hands-on labs, project lifecycles, and continuous learning within a university setting.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years as a Software Engineer or Architect focusing on system design.
• Experience in scalable application development.
• Strong proficiency in backend languages: Java, Python, Go, C++, or Node.js.
• Solid understanding of microservices, APIs, caching, DB design, concurrency, and cloud computing.
• Foundation in Data Structures, Algorithms, and Design Patterns.
• Ability to explain complex engineering concepts clearly and teach effectively.
• Comfortable teaching both theoretical concepts and hands-on implementation in system design.
• Prior experience teaching or mentoring in universities, bootcamps, or corporate training programs.
• Familiarity with modern teaching tools and project-based learning methodologies.
• Experience in architecting large-scale systems, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), or distributed computing frameworks.
• Contributions to open-source projects, technical blogs, or developer communities.

Responsibilities

• Course Development & Delivery: Design and teach engaging lectures and practical sessions covering Software Development, System Design, OOP, Design Patterns, and Distributed Systems.
• Lab Management: Lead coding and design labs where students apply concepts through hands-on exercises.
• Technical Mentorship: Guide students through complete project lifecycles—from requirements and architecture to development, testing and deployment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with faculty, industry mentors, and curriculum designers to keep courses relevant.
• Academic Excellence & Student Success: Provide mentorship, review projects and support student growth through structured assessments.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with university leadership and industry partners to drive innovation in teaching and curriculum development.
• Research & Innovation: Motivate students to explore research areas, open-source contributions, and new technologies.

Skills

System Design

Scalable Architecture

Backend Development

Java

Python

Go

C++

Node.js

Cloud Computing

Microservices

APIs

Data Structures & Algorithms

Design Patterns

Teaching

Mentoring

Communication

Tools

Java

Python

Go

C++

Node.js

Job description

About the Role:
We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Software Development Engineer who
brings deep expertise in Software Engineering, System Design, and Scalable
Architecture. This role is perfect for someone who not only enjoys building robust systems but also finds purpose in mentoring the next generation of engineers.
As part of our Computer Science Department, you’ll blend real-world engineering experience with academic impact. You’ll design and deliver courses on Software Development, System Design, Data Structures & Algorithms, and other core computer science subjects. You’ll also play a key role in shaping the curriculum, mentoring students, and collaborating with academic and industry partners to ensure our programs stay aligned with the latest technologies and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:
● Course Development & Delivery: Design and teach engaging lectures and
practical sessions covering Software Development, System Design, OOP, Design
Patterns, and Distributed Systems.

● Lab Management: Lead coding and design labs where students can apply
theoretical concepts through hands-on exercises.

● Technical Mentorship: Guide students through complete project lifecycles — from
requirements and architecture to development, testing, and deployment.

● Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with faculty, industry mentors, and curriculum designers to keep our software engineering courses relevant and forward-
looking.

● Academic Excellence & Student Success: Provide mentorship, review projects,
and support student growth through feedback and structured assessments.

● Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with university leadership and industry
partners to drive innovation in teaching and curriculum development.

● Research & Innovation: Motivate students to explore research areas, open-
source contributions, and new technologies through projects and collaborations.

Qualifications and Requirements:
• 2-4 years of professional experience as a Software Engineer or Architect, with a
focus on System Design and Scalable Application Development.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Java, Python, Go,
C++, or Node.js.
• In-depth understanding of software architecture principles, including
microservices, APIs, caching, database design, concurrency, and cloud
computing.
• Solid foundation in Data Structures, Algorithms, and Design Patterns.
• Ability to explain complex engineering concepts in a clear, structured, and
approachable way.
• Comfortable teaching both theoretical concepts and hands-on implementation in
system design.

Good to Have:
• Prior experience teaching or mentoring in universities, bootcamps, or corporate
training programs.
• Familiarity with modern teaching tools and project-based learning methodologies.
• Experience in architecting large-scale systems, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or
GCP), or distributed computing frameworks.
• Contributions to open-source projects, technical blogs, or developer communities