SW Engineer - Level 3*

Meltwater; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

Employee assistance programs

CalmApp subscription

Hybrid work style

Family leave program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Meltwater, a global SaaS company, is hiring a hands-on Software Engineer to design, build, and run backend data ingestion and movement pipelines. You will work in the JVM stack (Java/Kotlin), implementing event-driven architectures with Kafka, and collaborating across cloud environments.

You will own end-to-end systems, mentor peers, and contribute to a culture of run-it mindset in a hybrid work setting from Hitec City, Hyderabad.

Qualifications

• Strong experience building and operating backend data ingestion systems.
• Proficient in Java and/or Kotlin and the JVM ecosystem.
• Hands-on with Kafka or similar messaging systems; cloud familiarity with Azure/AWS.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain backend data ingestion pipelines and internal tooling.
• Implement event-driven architectures using Kafka or similar broker systems.
• Connect and orchestrate data flows across services, platforms, and cloud environments.
• Build and expose APIs to manage data flows where needed.
• Develop backend services using Java and/or Kotlin in the JVM ecosystem.
• Debug, profile, and optimize for reliability and performance.
• Deploy and operate systems on Azure and AWS with Terraform.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Mentoring

Fast learner

Tools

Java

Kotlin

Kafka

Azure

AWS

Terraform

Kubernetes

Grafana

Job description

Meltwater, a global software as a service company, We're looking for a hands-on Software Engineer to help us design, build, and run backend systems focused on data ingestion, transformation, and movement across our platform. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working deep in the backend connecting systems, building reliable data flows, and owning services end to end. You'll work primarily in the JVM ecosystem (Java/Kotlin), building event-driven pipelines and internal tooling, with some exposure toAPIs where needed. We value engineers who take responsibility, proactively improve systems, andembrace a true "you build it, you run it" mindset

What You'll Do:

• Design, build, and maintain backend data ingestion pipelines and internal tooling.
• Implement and evolve event-driven architectures using Kafka or similar broker systems.
• Connect and orchestrate data flows across multiple services, platforms, and cloud environments.
• Build supporting APIs where required to expose or manage data flows.
• Develop backend services using Java and/or Kotlin within the JVM ecosystem.
• Debug, profile, and optimize applications for reliability and performance.
• Deploy and operate systems on Azure and AWS using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).
• Work in Kubernetes environments, including debugging live workloads.
• Build and maintain observability (metrics, logs, dashboards, alerts) using tools like Grafana.
• Own systems end to end with a build-it-run-it mindset, including production support.
• Proactively improve systems, processes, and technical foundations.
• Mentor other engineers and contribute to a strong team culture.

What You'll Bring:

• Strong experience building and operating backend systems, preferably in product-focused environments
• Proficiency in Java and/or Kotlin
• Hands-on experience with Kafka or similar messaging systems
• Experience with Azure and/or AWS
• Experience with Terraform and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with observability/monitoring tooling
• Strong sense of ownership and willingness to maintain systems (including dependency upgrades)
• Fast learner with a collaborative and proactive mindset

What We Offer:

• Enjoy flexible paid time off options for enhanced work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance tailored for you.
• Employee assistance programs cover mental health, legal, financial, wellness, and behavior areas to ensure your overall well-being.
• Complimentary CalmApp subscription for you and your loved ones, because mental wellness matters.
• Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style, providing the balance you need.
• Benefit from our family leave program, which grows with your tenure at Meltwater.
• Thrive within our inclusive community and seize ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate your career.

Where You'll Work:

Hitec City, Hyderabad

When You'll Join:

As Per Offer Letter

Our Story

At Meltwater, we believe that when you have the right people in the right environment, great things happen.

Our best-in-class technology empowers our 27,000 customers around the world to make better business decisions through data. But we can't do that without our global team of developers, innovators, problem-solvers, and high-performers who embrace challenges and find new solutions for our customers.

Our award-winning global culture drives everything we do and creates an environment where our employees can make an impact, learn every day, feel a sense of belonging, and celebrate each other's successes along the way.

We are innovators at the core who see the potential in people, ideas and technologies. Together, we challenge ourselves to go big, be bold, and build best-in-class solutions for our customers.

We're proud of our diverse team of 2,200+ employees in 50 locations across 25 countries around the world. No matter where you are, you'll work with people who care about your success and get the support you need to unlock new heights in your career.

We are Meltwater. We love working here, and we think you will too.

"Inspired by innovation, powered by people."

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Meltwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: At Meltwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and strive to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

All employment decisions at Meltwater are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the applicable laws and regulations.

Meltwater does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we actively promote a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusivity. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply and join us in our mission to drive innovation and make a positive impact in the world.