Senior Software Engineer -Platform Tools

Menlo Ventures; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent group health coverage and life insurance

Stock options

Hybrid work model

Meal allowance

Transportation assistance

Generous paid time off plan

Company-sponsored mental health benefits

Financial advisory services

Learning and development opportunities

Community-based volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Bluevine, located in India, Karnataka, Bengaluru, is looking for a Backend Engineer to join their team. The role requires 5+ years of Python experience, collaborating on scalable solutions, and integrating AI technologies. Employees enjoy excellent health coverage, stock options, and a hybrid work model. This position offers various perks including meal allowances, transportation assistance, and community volunteering opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in software development using server-side and core Python technologies.
• Proven experience or strong interest in integrating AI/LLM capabilities into backend workflows.
• Proficiency in databases such as Postgres, MySQL, etc.

Responsibilities

• Work in an agile environment as part of a team of backend engineers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable solutions.
• Develop Unit Tests and Test Automations.

Skills

Python Expertise

AI & Innovation

Async Development

Databases

Tech Stack

Methodology

Version Control

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Django Rest Framework

Postgres

MySQL

Docker

AWS

Airflow

Sentry

OpenSearch

Job description

About Bluevine

Bluevine is the largest small business banking platform in the U.S., redefining how entrepreneurs manage their money. We create modern financial solutions, from checking and lending to payments and beyond, designed to help small business owners grow, thrive, and take control of their financial future. Our best-in-class technology, advanced security, and deep understanding of the small business community give our customers the confidence to focus on what they do best.

Since 2013, we’ve supported more than 750,000 small businesses nationwide. Backed by leading investors like Lightspeed Venture Partners, Menlo Ventures, 83North, and Citi Ventures, our 500+ person global team shares one mission: to give small businesses the financial tools they need to succeed.

We’re innovators driven by big ideas, collaboration, and real impact. Here, you’ll have the freedom to take ownership, grow your career, and make a difference for small business owners across America. Ready to shape what’s next?

This is a hybrid role. At Bluevine, we pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, which we believe is best maintained through in-person interactions and a vibrant office environment. All of our offices have reopened in accordance with local guidelines, and are following a hybrid model. In‑office days will be determined by location and discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering & AI: Be part of a team of backend engineers working in an agile environment, using mainly Python, while identifying opportunities to integrate AI and LLM tools to automate repetitive data mapping and vendor integration tasks.
• Collaborate: Partner with stakeholders to analyze requirements, design scalable solutions, and ensure successful implementation of core data services.
• Testing: Ensure quality releases by developing corresponding Unit Tests and Test Automations, leveraging AI-assisted testing tools where applicable to increase coverage.
• Architecture: Architect and design robust, scalable, and secure solutions for complex business needs and external data ingestion.
• Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and provide innovative solutions, including using AI for proactive system monitoring and anomaly detection.
• Culture: Foster a culture of learning by sharing new techniques, AI technologies, and engineering best practices.

What We Look For

• Python Expertise: 5+ years of hands‑on experience in software development using server‑side and core Python technologies is a must.
• AI & Innovation: Proven experience or strong interest in integrating AI/LLM capabilities into backend workflows to improve data processing or engineering efficiency.
• Async Development: Expertise with Django Rest Framework and async development using Celery.
• Databases: Proficiency in databases such as Postgres, MySQL, etc.
• Tech Stack: Strong experience with Restful APIs, Docker, AWS, Airflow, Sentry, and OpenSearch.
• Methodology: Proficiency in Test Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Delivery, and agile development methodologies.
• Version Control: Expertise in Git and GitHub.
• Problem Solving: Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to design solutions for complex business requirements.
• Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Benefits & Perks

• Excellent group health coverage and life insurance
• Stock options
• Hybrid work model
• Meal allowance
• Transportation assistance (terms and conditions apply)
• Generous paid time off plan, Holidays
• Company-sponsored mental health benefits
• Financial advisory services for both short‑ and long‑term goals
• Learning and development opportunities to support career growth
• Community-based volunteering opportunities