Software Development Engineer - Backend

Vegapay Technologies Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Vegapay Technologies Private Limited is seeking a Backend Developer to design scalable, high-performance systems for modern fintech infra. You will collaborate with senior engineers and product teams to deliver reliable, secure backend services and APIs.

You will contribute to building configurable fintech infrastructure for banks, NBFCs, and enterprises, with strong emphasis on quality, testing, and rapid delivery in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Java or similar languages.
• 5+ years of experience on large-scale products.
• Ability to translate end-user needs into concrete use cases.
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and web architecture.
• Proactive learner eager to adopt new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable, high-performance software.
• Design and architect new features with cross-functional teams.
• Write clean, maintainable code and follow best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers.
• Review code and improve development processes with seniors.
• Conduct unit tests and ensure integration stability.
• Debug issues and propose mitigations for risks.
• Stay updated on industry trends and apply them.

Skills

Java

REST APIs

End-user requirements

Feature delivery

Willingness to learn

Job description

As a Backend Developer, you’ll dive into exciting, complex projects that challenge you to design scalable, high-performance systems. This role is perfect for problem-solvers who thrive on crafting innovative solutions and setting new standards in backend development. You’ll collaborate with talented senior engineers and dynamic product teams to build powerful, seamless experiences that make a real impact. Let’s create something extraordinary together!

The Hats You Will Wear

• Develop and maintain scalable, high-performance software with a focus on quality and maintainability.
• Design and architect new features and systems in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Write clean, maintainable code and adhere to software development best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define and deliver solutions.
• Review code, share knowledge, and improve development processes alongside senior engineers.
• Conduct code reviews, write unit tests, and ensure code stability through integration testing.
• Debug and resolve technical issues while identifying risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technologies, applying them to improve code and architecture.

The Perfect Fit

• Good experience in working with any of the programming languages like Java
• 5+ years of experience working on products at scale.
• Understand end user requirements, formulate use cases and come up with effective solutions.
• Good understanding of REST APls and the web in general.
• Ability to build a feature from scratch & drive it to completion.
• A willingness to learn new technology, whatever lets you deliver the best product.

The Problem We’re Solving

Financial institutions today are held back by legacy systems that are slow, rigid, and expensive to scale. Launching or evolving credit, lending, and UPI products often takes months, requires heavy engineering effort, and limits the ability to create personalized customer experiences.

At the same time, customer expectations have changed - speed, flexibility, and tailored financial products are no longer optional. Banks and fintechs need infrastructure that allows them to innovate quickly, adapt continuously, and scale without friction.

This is where we come in.

At Vegapay, we are building modern, configurable fintech infrastructure that enables banks, NBFCs, and enterprises to design, launch, and manage credit and payment programs with ease. Our platform brings together flexibility, speed, and control - helping our partners unlock new growth opportunities and deliver personalized banking experiences at scale.

The Opportunity Ahead

• Work on real-world, high-scale systems in banking, credit, and payments
• Solve complex engineering problems that directly impact millions of end users
• Collaborate with strong engineers and product leaders who care about quality and speed
• High ownership from day one - build, ship, and see your work in production
• Opportunity to shape systems, not just contribute to them
• Fast learning curve in a high-growth fintech environment
• Be part of a team that values clean code, solid architecture, and strong execution