Job Title: Software Development Engineer - 3
Location: Bangalore (On-site; full-time)
About Locus: At Locus, we are redefining logistics decision-making with deep-tech solutions that drive efficiency, consistency, and transparency across industries like retail and FMCG/CPG. Founded in 2015 by Nishith Rastogi and Geet Garg, Locus has evolved from a women’s safety geo-tracking app into a globally recognized logistics optimization platform.
As an Software Development Engineer - 3, Backend Engineer at Locus, you will play a critical role in architecting, designing, and delivering robust backend systems that power our platform. You will lead by example, driving technical excellence and mentoring peers while solving complex engineering problems. This position offers the opportunity to work with a highly motivated team in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership:
Design and develop highly scalable, fault-tolerant, and maintainable backend systems using Java and related frameworks.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
Review code and ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and security guidelines.
System Architecture and Design:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and frontend engineers, to translate business requirements into efficient technical solutions.
Own the architecture of core modules and contribute to overall platform scalability and reliability.
Advocate for and implement microservices architecture, ensuring modularity and reusability.
Problem Solving and Optimization:
Analyze and resolve complex system issues, ensuring high availability and performance of the platform.
Optimize database queries and design scalable data storage solutions.
Implement robust logging, monitoring, and alerting systems to proactively identify and mitigate issues.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
Stay updated on emerging backend technologies and incorporate relevant advancements into our systems.
Identify and drive initiatives to improve codebase quality, deployment processes, and team productivity.
Contribute to and advocate for a DevOps culture, supporting CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
Collaboration and Communication: