Software Development Engineer - 2

Loop AI; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech startup is seeking a Backend Engineer to design an optimal backend system architecture, engage with customers to address pain points, and apply critical thinking to problem-solving. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience building backend systems and proficiency in Python and Django. Candidates should possess a growth mindset and a passion for continuous learning. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation to help revolutionize the restaurant industry through AI.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant professional full-time experience building backend systems.
• Proactive self-starter capable of independently solving problems.
• Write clean and maintainable code using Python, Django, PostgreSQL / any relevant backend stack.

Responsibilities

• Develop an ideal backend system architecture to solve problems efficiently.
• Engage with customers to understand their pain points.
• Apply critical thinking to problem-solving, starting from the ground up.

Skills

Backend systems development

Clean code writing in Python

Problem-solving

Debugging

Performance optimization

Customer interaction

Tools

Django

PostgreSQL

GCP

Job description

About Loop

Loop AI is a San Francisco-based tech company founded in 2022. We provide a Delivery Intelligence Platform for data-driven digital food brands, helping them optimize operations and make informed decisions. Loop is an AI startup revolutionizing the restaurant industry by streamlining and automating back-office operations through cutting-edge AI technology. Loop is at the forefront of innovation in the food-tech sector.

About the Role

At Loop, we value a growth mindset, passion for startups, product curiosity, and a hunger for continuous learning. We believe that the collaborative spirit among our peers is the lifeblood of our startup. As a Backend Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing the ideal backend system architecture, addressing customer pain points, and contributing to the overall success of our platform.

Key Responsibilities

• System Architecture: develop an ideal backend system architecture to solve problems efficiently. Create strategic plans to achieve the long-term vision while delivering shorter-term solutions that provide immediate value to our customers.
• Customer Interaction: engage with customers to understand their pain points. Collaborate on brainstorming sessions to devise innovative solutions that enhance the customer experience.
• Critical Thinking: apply critical thinking to problem-solving, starting from the ground up. Challenge existing solutions and propose novel approaches free from bias.

What We're Seeking

• 3+ years of relevant professional full-time experience building backend systems.
• Proactive self-starter capable of independently solving problems.
• Write clean and maintainable code using Python, Django, PostgreSQL / any relevant backend stack.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues in the backend system.
• Optimize the performance of the backend services (GCP, DBT).

Nice-to-Have

• Some exposure to FrontEnd (React, basic familiarity with a JS library + willingness to learn).
• Eagerness to learn and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Natural curiosity and a drive to find creative solutions to complex problems.
• Autonomy and a willingness to lead and initiate projects.
• Focus on quality, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to customer delight.
• Ownership mentality, continuous learning, and a growth mindset.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.