Staff Engineer - Java

Weekday AI (YC W21); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday AI (YC W21) is seeking a highly skilled Staff Engineer - Java to lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable backend systems in Bengaluru. Candidates should have 8-12 years of experience, deep expertise in Java, and a strong background in microservices architectures. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high availability and scalability of applications. Ideal candidates have proficiency in Spring Boot, data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems, with a passion for fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on Java.
• Deep expertise in Java, including core concepts, multithreading, collections, and JVM internals.
• Extensive experience with Spring Boot and related frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Architect and implement distributed systems and microservices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Lead system design discussions and provide technical direction.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.
• Optimize application performance by leveraging strong knowledge of data structures.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

Data Structures

Algorithms

Distributed Systems

SQL

NoSQL

Docker

CI/CD

DevOps

Job description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients.

Min Experience: 8 years

Location: Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Engineer - Java to lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable backend systems. This role requires deep expertise in Java, strong problem‑solving abilities, and a solid foundation in data structures and algorithms. As a senior technical leader, you will play a critical role in architecting microservices‑based systems, mentoring engineers, and driving engineering excellence across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Architect and implement distributed systems and microservices, ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and DevOps to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Lead system design discussions and provide technical direction aligned with business goals.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize application performance by leveraging strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce engineering best practices, and mentor junior and mid-level engineers.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies to improve system performance and developer productivity.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 8-12 years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on Java.
• Deep expertise in Java, including core concepts, multithreading, collections, and JVM internals.
• Extensive experience with Spring Boot and related frameworks within the Spring ecosystem.
• Proven experience designing and building microservices architectures using RESTful APIs.
• Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms with the ability to apply them in real-world scenarios.
• Experience with distributed systems concepts such as caching, messaging queues, and service discovery.
• Proficiency in database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a plus.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and influence architecture decisions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Passion for mentoring, knowledge sharing, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with a focus on delivering impact.