Software Development Engineer - Backend [Java/Kotlin]

Location: Bengaluru, India

Department: Engineering

Experience: 3 to 5 YOE

• We are looking for a Software Development Engineer (SDE) to join the Backend Engineering team at ClickPost. You will be part of a 0-to-1 product development team, building a new product from the ground up and taking it through architecture, development, deployment, and production.
• This role requires strong Java/Kotlin backend development experience and someone who has hands-on experience building and running production applications end-to-end. You will play a key role in making architectural decisions, developing core product capabilities, and building a scalable and reliable foundation for the product.

• Build a product from 0-to-1, taking ownership from initial design through production deployment.
• Design and develop scalable backend services and APIs using Java/Kotlin.
• Make key technical and architectural decisions as the product evolves.
• Build core product capabilities with a focus on performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Work across the complete application lifecycle, including development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and production support.
• Design and work with databases, messaging systems, and distributed services.
• Identify and solve technical challenges involved in scaling the product from its initial stage to production scale.
• Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to translate requirements into practical technical solutions.
• Take end-to-end ownership of the systems and features you build.

• Programming Languages: Java, Kotlin, Python
• Databases: PostgreSQL, ScyllaDB
• Messaging: Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ
• Monitoring & Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, Elasticsearch
• Cloud: AWS, GCP
• AI/LLM: LLM-based applications and AI platforms

• Strong hands-on experience with Java or Kotlin, preferably in backend application development.
• Proven experience building and taking backend applications from development to production.
• Strong understanding of backend engineering fundamentals, APIs, databases, and software design principles.
• Experience with microservices and distributed systems is preferred.
• Good understanding of relational databases such as PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging systems.
• Experience with application deployment, monitoring, debugging, and production support.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound technical decisions independently.
• High ownership mindset with the ability to work effectively in a 0-to-1 environment, where you will need to build, iterate, and solve problems with limited existing infrastructure.
• Exposure to LLMs, AI platforms, or building AI-powered applications is a strong plus.

• Impact at scale: Develop code generating real time impact on a large scale product processing 1 million+ shipments every day, solving challenges faced by a wide array of 450+ brands like Nykaa, Decathlon, Puma, Meesho, etc.
• Ownership Mentality: Every engineer at ClickPost is empowered to take complete ownership of their work, driving the module forward and being an integral part of our growth.

• We are committed to offering competitive benefits programs for all our employees and enhancing our programs when necessary.
• Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
• Flexible working hours with Hybrid work arrangement.
• Generous leave policy and time off.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Employee assistance program for mental health and well-being support.
• Supportive and inclusive work culture promoting diversity and collaboration.