Staff Software Developer, Back End

Vena Solutions; India; On-site; INR 3,799,000 - 5,140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vena Solutions in Pune seeks a Staff Software Developer to join the Core Engineering team building and evolving our cloud-native SaaS platform. You will be hands-on and also act as an architect-in-the-team, driving high-quality delivery of improvements while modernizing complex systems without disrupting customers.

Our developer-focused culture values leadership, ownership, and collaboration; you will mentor others, drive major initiatives, and partner with architecture and product teams to

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of software development experience with backend focus.
• Strong proficiency in Java and building RESTful APIs.
• Experience with modernizing large codebases and distributed teams.
• Experience in Scrum/Agile environments and mentoring others.
• Interest in AI-driven solutions and modern cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Guide design, build, and test improvements to Vena's core platform.
• Resolve the hardest bugs in foundational systems.
• Collaborate with architecture and product teams on roadmaps.
• Drive modernization and improve code quality and performance.
• Mentor teammates and promote engineering excellence.

Skills

Java

RESTful APIs

Backend development

Agile / Scrum

Distributed teams

Mentoring

Education

B.E./B.Tech in CS or related field

Tools

Dropwizard

Spring Boot

Azure

AWS

Job description

This role is based out of Pune with 5 days work from office

As a Staff Software Developer, you will be a part of the Core Engineering team building and maintaining Vena's cloud-native SaaS platform. You will play a key role in maintaining, modernizing, and evolving Vena's core product. Staff Developers at Vena act as an architect-in-the-team, driving high-quality delivery of improvements while staying hands-on and contributing to the codebase. This role is a match for you if you take pride in doing important, foundational work well, and you are excited by the challenge of modernizing complex systems without disrupting the customers who depend on them every day.

Our developer-focused team culture encourages our engineers to be self-motivated and self-directed. We value leadership and people with passion who will take ownership to make their mark on our product within this growing business space.

Department: Core Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: India - Resident (0008)

Workplace type: Onsite

Compensation: ₹3,799,461 - ₹5,140,448 / year

How You'll Make an Impact

• Guide the team on designing, building, and testing improvements, upgrades, and performance optimizations to Vena's core platform.
• Identify and resolve the hardest bugs and most complex technical challenges in foundational systems.
• Engage other teams to address broader technical, product, or team effectiveness issues.
• Upskill others on the team, helping those around you grow technically and become better software developers.
• Drive major initiatives that improve product quality, code quality, performance, or capability -- including modernization efforts on our core infrastructure.
• Innovate on technical solutions and build excitement around implementing them collaboratively.
• Partner with architecture and product teams to build the team's roadmap of technical improvements and new features.
• Contribute to a collaborative culture of engineering excellence that continuously improves and pursues knowledge around emerging technologies, languages, and practices.
• Champion long-term codebase health by ensuring technical debt is appropriately identified, prioritized, and addressed during sprint and quarterly planning.
• Drive the adoption of AI-driven development practices and innovative tooling to enhance engineering productivity and accelerate high-quality software delivery.

We'd Love to See

• 5-8 years of experience in software development with a strong focus on back end / server-side engineering
• Strong proficiency in Java and experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs
• Interest in AI and willingness to explore AI-driven solutions to enhance performance and drive efficiencies
• Experience with Dropwizard or Spring Boot (Dropwizard experience is a strong plus)
• Experience working on and modernizing large, established codebases
• Experience in object-oriented methodologies and design patterns
• Foundational understanding of algorithms and computational complexity
• Prior experience leading technical projects and mentoring others to improve their technical skills
• Prior experience in a Scrum / Agile environment
• Experience working on distributed teams with team members in different geographies
• Self-motivated and self-directed with a passion for engineering excellence

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RESTful APIs, SQL and NoSQL databases
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps or Jenkins
• Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline and/or equivalent experience

Base salary range 3,799,461 - 5,140,448 INR

*Our salaries are tailored to roles, levels and locations. Your individual pay within this range is influenced by factors like work location, skills, experience and education. As you progress in your role, your compensation may adapt, offering flexibility for growth beyond initial levels. For specifics, your recruiter will provide details and address any questions during the hiring process.

About Vena Solutions

At Vena, we’re reimagining how businesses plan and grow: powered by data, collaboration, and innovation Headquartered in Toronto with a global reach, we help finance teams work smarter using the tools they already love (yes, we’re talking about Excel!). Trusted by over 1,800 organizations and 150,000+ users every day, Vena Solutions brings clarity to complexity.

We're a people led company that leads with our CORE values (Customer Trust, One Team, Respect & Authenticity and Execution Excellence) and are driven by our mission

We’re growing fast, thinking big, and having fun along the way. The future of finance is being built here, and we’d love for you to be part of it

Why Choose Us:

Compensation

We offer competitive and comprehensive total rewards packages that we review yearly to stay ahead of the market! Transparency is key, we keep you in the loop on how we design our comp programs. Build your future with our Employee Stock Option Program, Retirement Savings, Support & 401k Matching Programs.

Personal Growth & Learning

Level up your skills with Vena! We support your journey with education subsidies, professional development programs, and learning opportunities to help you grow your career and reach your goals. Your future is bright and we’re here to invest in it!

Health & Wellness

Your well-being = our priority! Great health & dental plans, wellness sessions (virtual & in-person), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a free Headspace subscription to support your mental health.

Global Reach

Vena is everywhere you are! With offices in Toronto, London, and Indore, as well as team members across the United States, EMEA and beyond, we're a truly global company. Collaborate with colleagues around the world and bring diverse ideas to life: no passport required!

Time Off

Recharge with generous leave options - perfect for vacation, wellness, personal time, parental support, volunteering, and more.

Flexibility

We embrace a flexible culture that supports different ways of working, depending on the role and location. While some of our teams enjoy hybrid arrangements, others thrive in-office or remotely. With modern workspaces in Toronto, Indore, and London, we offer inspiring environments when you need them - and the freedom to work in ways that work best for you and your team.

AI-Powered Innovation

At Vena, we don’t just keep up, we're leading the way! We empower team members at every level to actively explore AI best practices, identify meaningful opportunities to apply AI in their work, and champion innovative solutions that drive impact. By fostering a culture of curiosity, innovation, and responsible use, we’re building a future where AI enhances how we work, think, and lead. From automating workflows to enhancing insights, AI is woven into everything we do.