Software Development Engineer II

7018 Jiostar India Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

7018 Jiostar India Private Limited is looking for a Software Development Engineer II (Backend) in Bengaluru. In this high-impact role, you will design and build scalable microservices supporting mission-critical ad systems across JioStar’s platform. The role requires proficiency in Java, Golang, or Python and experience with cloud platforms like AWS.

Your responsibilities include ensuring server response times, mentoring junior engineers, and deploying high-quality software solutions. A Bachelor’s or Master’s in computer science along with 2-4 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in backend development.
• Experience working on large‑scale production systems is a plus.
• Ability to translate ambiguous product requirements into technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build robust, secure, and scalable microservices.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Ensure sub‑second server response times.
• Take ownership of running and maintaining cloud infrastructure.
• Evaluate relevant technologies and influence architecture discussions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deploy software solutions.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers and interns.

Skills

Proficiency in Java

Golang

Python

Building distributed domain‑driven microservices

Database and storage fundamentals

AWS cloud platforms

Kafka messaging systems

CI/CD pipelines

Performance and reliability

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s in computer science or related field

Job description

Software Development Engineer II (Backend) – Adtech Bengaluru

Job Summary

As an SDE-II, you will design and build high-performance services that power mission‑critical ad delivery, targeting, and measurement systems across JioStar's platform. You will operate at the intersection of scale, reliability, and real‑time decisioning—supporting live sports, premium entertainment, and personalized experiences for millions of users. This is a high‑ownership, high‑impact role best suited for engineers passionate about building for scale and business impact.

About the Team

JioStar’s Ad Platform is among the top video advertising platforms in India, and we’re aiming higher. With deep expertise across Video‑On‑Demand, Live Sports, and Ad Monetization, our vision is to build the most effective and scalable adtech ecosystem in the world. Our engineering team builds across the full adtech stack—from high‑throughput backend services to deeply integrated, high‑impact ad experiences on client platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Build robust, secure, and scalable microservices to power JioStar applications
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using best practices, conduct unit testing and participate in code reviews
• Ensure sub‑second server response times and implement appropriate data stores—relational, document, key‑value, object, or graph—as well as index stores and messaging systems
• Take ownership of running and maintaining cloud infrastructure
• Continuously evaluate relevant technologies and influence architecture and design discussions
• Collaborate with Product Managers and cross‑functional teams to understand requirements and deploy high‑quality software solutions that meet business objectives
• Guide and mentor junior engineers and interns on functional and domain areas

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Proficiency in Java, Golang, or Python
• Experience building distributed domain‑driven microservices
• Strong understanding of database and storage fundamentals
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), messaging systems (Kafka), and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience working on large‑scale production systems, with a strong focus on performance and reliability is a plus
• Ability to translate ambiguous product requirements into well‑structured, scalable technical solutions

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor’s or master’s in computer science or a related field with 2‑4 years of experience in backend development.

About Us

JioStar is a leading global media and entertainment company that is reimagining the way audiences consume entertainment and sports. Its television network and streaming service together reach more than 750million viewers every week.

Equal Opportunity Statement

JioStar is an equal opportunity employer. The company values diversity and its mission is to create a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. The work environment is free from discrimination against persons with disabilities, gender, gender identity, and any other characteristics or status that is legally protected.