Software Backend Engineer

Nexthink; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance through ACKO with OPD

Hybrid work model

Unlimited vacation

Professional training platforms

Maternity/Paternity leave

Gratuity

Bank holidays and parental leave

Job summary

Nexthink, Bengaluru, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to strengthen the DEX data pipeline. You will work with a close-knit team on a complex platform handling millions of messages per second and large datasets to enable real-time analytics.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in software development, deep Kafka/Spark knowledge, and experience with microservices, Kubernetes, REST/GraphQL, and observability tools. Join Nexthink for a hybrid work model and cutting-edge tech.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development experience.
• B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science or MSc preferred.
• Deep knowledge of Kafka and Spark.
• Strong understanding of microservice architecture.
• Experience with Observability tools like New Relic or DataDog.
• Experience with GraphQL and REST APIs/Swagger.
• Familiarity with Spring Boot or Micronaut.
• Strong SQL and NoSQL skills (e.g., ClickHouse).
• Proficiency with Kubernetes, Helm, and Docker.
• Strong refactoring and test automation skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• English fluency (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Work on the DEX data pipeline handling millions of messages per second and large-scale data transformations.
• Collaborate within a small team to deliver observable, reliable microservices.
• Contribute to learning new technologies and continuous improvement.

Skills

Kafka

Spark

Microservices

Observability

GraphQL

REST API

Spring Boot

SQL/NoSQL

Kubernetes

Docker

Test automation

Education

B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science

MSc preferred

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Swagger

GraphQL tooling

Job description

Hi, we’re Nexthink. We’re not just the leader in the digital employee experience category, we invented the category. Our solutions combine real-time analytics, automation and employee feedback across all endpoints to help IT teams delight people at work. Our cloud-native platform pinpoints issues and solutions, automates response, and helps companies continuously improve their employees’ experience, making them more productive, efficient, and happy at work. We have millions of endpoints deployed, we’ve surpassed $100M in ARR, and we’ve recently secured $180M in Series D financing for a company valuation of $1.1B, but we’re just getting started.

Job Description

The DEX (Digital Employee Experience) team works on generating the fundamental data that is used in understanding user experiences across organisations. You will be working as part of a small close knit team on a complex data pipeline involving millions of messages per second, terabytes of data and complex transformations. A quick thinking mind and the ability to understand often complex and abstract systems is a must.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in software development
• B.E/B. Tech in Computer Science (or equivalent), MSc preferred
• Deep working knowledge of Kafka
• Deep working knowledge of Spark
• Excellent knowledge of microservice architecture
• Good understanding of Observability (Eg New Relic, DataDog, others)
• Experience working with GraphQL
• Experience in implementing REST API & swagger
• Experience in Spring Boot or Micronaut is a plus
• Excellent knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databases (eg Clickhouse)
• Practical knowledge of Kubernetes, helm and Docker
• Strong refactoring abilities and test automation
• Strong motivation for complex challenges and learning new technologies
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Mind-set oriented towards continuous improvement, lean thinking and high-quality work
• Fluent in English (spoken and written

Additional Information

We are the pioneers and trailblazers of a global IT Market Category (DEX) that is shaping the future of how the world works, giving our customers’ IT Teams total digital visibility across their enterprise. Our innovative solutions integrate real-time analytics, automation, and employee feedback across all endpoints. This enables our IT teams to solve complex technical challenges, create ever more productive workplaces, and deliver happy, satisfied employees in the digital workplace.

With over 1000 employees across 5 continents, Nexthink operates as One Team, connecting, collaborating and innovating to continuously grow. We call our employees ‘Nexthinkers’ and our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity is second to none. We currently have over 75 nationalities working with us, from all cultures and backgrounds, speaking many different languages.

Permanent Contract and a competitive compensation package.

Health insurance through our partnership with ACKO, including OPD coverage for dental, vision, health check-ups, consultations, and pharmacy expenses.

Hybrid work model balancing office and remote work, with a structured approach for new hires to foster connections and onboarding.

Flexible Hours and unlimited vacation (employees have unlimited paid time off on top of the 22days of holidays we offer). Plus, company-paid bank holidays (12), sick days (10-30), bereavement leave (5), and 3 days per year for volunteering.

Free access to professional training platforms to explore your interests and enhance your skills.

Stay covered against accidents, bodily injuries, and disabilities with our personal accident insurance policy, providing assurance with coverage up to three times your annual CTC.

New mothers are entitled to up to 26 weeks of maternity leave, with the flexibility to use up to 8 weeks before the expected delivery and the remaining 18 weeks after. Birth fathers can take 6 weeks of paternity leave, while adoptive parents are eligible for 26 weeks of leave for mothers and 6 weeks for fathers.

Under the Payment of Gratuity Act, receive gratuity at the rate of 15 days of basic pay for every completed year of service, provided you've been employed by the company for a minimum of 5 years. Gratuity is payable at retirement or resignation based on your last drawn basic pay.

Bonuses for referring successful hires after three months of continuous employment.

Please note that not all the benefits listed above are available for temporary, contract, and internship roles. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information, we recommend checking with your Recruitment Partner.