Senior Software Engineer - Java, Springboot, SAAS

Celonis; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

Parental leave

Unlimited PTO

Hybrid work model

Learning & development

Wellbeing programs

Impact Days

Inclusion & Belonging

Earth Is Our Future

Job summary

Celonis is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design and deliver Java-based microservices on a cloud-native stack. You will work with Spring, JPA/Hibernate, and modern data pipelines, contributing to scalable, fault-tolerant systems.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across geographies, leverage Databricks and Apache Spark where applicable, and participate in CI/CD and tests to ensure robust software delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of Backend Engineer experience building microservices with Java/Spring/JPA/Hibernate.
• Experience with Databricks, ETL, and Apache Spark is a plus.
• Experience building cloud-native distributed systems and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD, testing, and modern engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Innovate beyond existing products with new ideas for Celonis.
• Maintain high quality and continuously improve procedures and practices.
• Collaborate with engineers, PMs, and designers to build cohesive solutions.
• Coordinate with adjacent teams across geographies to drive project success.
• Learn and grow, expanding technical and other skills to deliver projects.

Skills

Java

Spring

JPA/Hibernate

Kubernetes

AWS

Cloud-native

CI/CD

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

Databricks

Apache Spark

PostgreSQL

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - Java, Springboot, SAAS

Celonis is the trusted platform to industrialize Enterprise AI. At our core is the Celonis Context Model — which combines process data, business knowledge, and intelligence into a living digital twin of the enterprise that AI can actually understand, turning AI's operational blind spots into operational clarity. World's leading companies trust Celonis and its global ecosystem of partners to make their AI agents, people, systems, and processes work together, achieving transformational outcomes. We believe there's a massive opportunity to unlock global productivity and sustainability by giving AI the context to understand how every business process really works. Join our mission to make processes work for people, companies, and the planet.

The Role:

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will bring your general software engineering expertise to our innovative projects and continuously evolving concepts. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technology, stay on top of trends, and drive projects with an ever-increasing degree of independence. This is a unique opportunity for talented engineers to push their boundaries and think big.

The work you’ll do:

• Innovate beyond our existing products and bring new ideas to life for Celonis.
• Ensure high quality and continuously improve procedures and practices.
• Work closely with your fellow engineers, project managers, and designers to create cohesive and efficient solutions.
• Collaborate with adjacent teams to drive a holistic project success spread across multiple geographies
• Learn and grow, not only in technical expertise but also in any other necessary aspects of making our projects reality.
• Brainstorm with the entire Celonis Labs team, research potential solutions, and ultimately bring them to life.

The qualifications you need:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Software Engineering) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience (mandatory) as Backend Engineer with strong expertise in building microservices based products using Java, Spring framework, JPA, Hibernate is a must.
• Experience with building data pipelines in Databricks,ETL, Apache sparkis a big plus.
• Relational databases;PostgreSQLa plus.
• Proficient in building cloud-native distributed systems.
• Able to demonstrate a generalist skill set across multiple technical areas besides the Backend,DevOps,Cloud Infrastructure.
• Ability to analyse and design complex software.
• Experience building scalable, fault-tolerant distributed systems.
• Proven background in building cloud-native software in the Kubernetes ecosystem, as well as with and on Hyperscalers such as AWS.
• Deep understanding of modern engineering practices (Git strategy, CI/CD, testing, …) and how to apply these to enable a team of multiple engineers.
• Problem-first attitude: you’re able to understand the needs of our customers and see technology as a means to an end, not an end in itself.
• Ability to quickly learn new things without tight supervision.
• Problem-solving attitude.
• Collaborative team spirit.

What Celonis can offer you:

• Pioneer Innovation: Work with the global leader in Process Mining and the Process Intelligence Graph to shape the future of AI-driven business operations.
• Ownership from Day 1: Every full-time "Celonaut" is an owner, receiving Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and merit-based refresh grants.
• Unrivaled Family Support: Benefit from our inclusive parental leave policy—24 weeks of fully paid leave for primary carers and 12 weeks for supporting carers, available from your first day of employment.
• Work-Life Integration: Enjoy Unlimited PTO (in applicable regions) and generous PTO globally, as well as a flexible hybrid work model that balances remote focus with vibrant office collaboration.
• Continuous Growth: Elevate your skills through our 70-20-10 learning framework, mentorship programs, and access to a dedicated learning platform.
• Holistic Well-being: Prioritize your health with subsidized Wellhub memberships, mental health counseling, and dedicated "Wellness Weeks" that prioritize work/life balance.
• Drive Sustainability: Participate in annual Impact Days, where you receive paid time off to volunteer for community and environmental causes with your local office, or virtually.
• Global Inclusion & Belonging: Find community through our Inclusion Think Tank and participate in our annual Inclusion Days, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
• Value-Driven Impact: Join a mission-led organization where our core values—Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future—drive every decision.

About Us:

Celonis is the trusted platform to industrialize Enterprise AI, empowering organizations to analyze, design, and operate AI-driven processes. The Celonis Platform is powered by the Celonis Context Model, which combines process data, business knowledge, and intelligence to create a living digital twin of the enterprise that AI can understand — turning AI’s operational blind spots into operational clarity. Industry-leading companies around the world trust Celonis and its global ecosystem of partners to make their AI agents, people, systems, and processes work together, achieving transformational outcomes. Celonis is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and New York City, USA, with more than 20 offices worldwide.

Get familiar with the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform by watching this video .

At Celonis, we believe our people make us who we are and that “The Best Team Wins”. We know that the best teams are made up of people who bring different perspectives to the table. And when everyone feels included, able to speak up and knows their voice is heard - that's when creativity and innovation happen.

We encourage people of all different backgrounds to apply. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and merit.