Software Development Engineer

Newton School; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology education institution in Bengaluru is seeking a Software Engineer + Instructor to join their Computer Science Department. The ideal candidate will have 5-9 years of experience and a strong background in backend development. Responsibilities include designing engaging lectures, mentoring students on projects, and collaborating with industry partners to enhance curriculum relevance. A passion for teaching and the ability to convey complex concepts clearly are essential. This is a unique opportunity to inspire the next generation of software engineers.

Qualifications

• 5-9 years of professional experience as a Software Engineer or Architect.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages.
• In-depth understanding of software architecture principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging software development courses.
• Lead coding and design labs for practical application.
• Mentor students throughout project lifecycles.

Skills

Backend languages (Java, Python, Go, C++, Node.js)

System Design

Scalable Application Development

Data Structures and Algorithms

Job description

We are seeking a Software Engineer + Instructor to join our Computer Science Department. This role is ideal for professionals with strong industry experience in building end-to-end web applications and a passion for teaching. You will design and deliver course content, conduct hands‑on lab sessions, and mentor students in both frontend and backend development. The role also involves collaborating with academic and industry teams to ensure curriculum relevance and drive strong learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Course Development and 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 and 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 and Innovation: Motivate students to explore research areas, open‑source contributions, and new technologies through projects and collaborations.

Requirements

• 5-9 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.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for technology, mentorship, and continuous learning.
• Ability to bridge academic depth with real‑world engineering practice.