Backend Software Engineer (Scala / Distributed Systems) [HR170]

<p> </p><p><strong>About Smart Working</strong><br>At Smart Working, we believe your job should not only look right on paper but also feel right every day. This isn’t just another remote opportunity - it’s about finding where you truly belong, no matter where you are. From day one, you’re welcomed into a genuine community that values your growth and well-being.</p> <p>Our mission is simple: to break down geographic barriers and connect skilled professionals with outstanding global teams and products for full-time, long-term roles. We help you discover meaningful work with teams that invest in your success, where you’re empowered to grow personally and professionally.</p> <p>Join one of the highest-rated workplaces on Glassdoor and experience what it means to thrive in a truly remote-first world.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong><br>We are looking for a Backend Software Engineer to help build and scale a modern platform powering a no-code product and AI-driven services.</p> <p>In this role, you will work across backend systems and platform services, including the integration layer that connects third-party customer support tools with a proprietary AI platform. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of key components, design scalable architectures, and deliver impactful features in a fast-moving environment.</p> <p>This is a hands-on engineering role suited for someone who values autonomy, pragmatism, and building high-quality systems that operate at scale.</p> <p></p> <p></p><p><br></p><b>Responsibilities</b><ul> <li>Build and deliver new features across the platform, including no-code functionality, analytics, admin tools, and data management systems</li> <li>Design, develop, and maintain backend services and distributed systems</li> <li>Own the architecture and delivery of scalable, reliable backend components</li> <li>Design and implement APIs for both internal and external system integrations</li> <li>Develop and maintain integrations with third-party systems and services</li> <li>Collaborate closely with product and internal stakeholders to shape and deliver solutions</li> <li>Ensure systems are maintainable, scalable, and aligned with best engineering practices</li> <li>Contribute to technical decisions and continuously improve system architecture</li> </ul><p><br></p><b>Requirements</b><ul> <li>2+ years of professional experience with Scala</li> <li>Experience with JVM-based languages (e.g., Java, Kotlin)</li> <li>Strong understanding of functional programming principles and experience with functional programming libraries</li> <li>Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL</li> <li>Experience designing and building microservices-based architectures</li> <li>Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs</li> <li>Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and tooling such as AWS</li> <li>Experience using Docker and containerised environments</li> <li>Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform</li> <li>Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently</li> <li>Ability to design scalable and maintainable systems</li> </ul><p><br></p><b>Nice to Have</b><ul> <li>Experience working on AI-driven or data-heavy platforms</li> <li>Experience building integration layers between systems</li> <li>Familiarity with no-code or low-code platforms</li> <li>Experience working in fast-paced, product-focused environments</li> <li>Strong ownership mindset and ability to work with minimal supervision</li> <li>Interest in building scalable distributed systems</li> </ul><p><br></p><b>Benefits</b><ul> <li>Fixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)</li> <li>No Weekend Work: Real work-life balance, not just words</li> <li>Day 1 Benefits: Laptop and full medical insurance provided</li> <li>Support That Matters:Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are shared</li> <li>True Belonging: A long-term career where your contributions are valued</li> </ul><p><br></p><p></p> <p> </p><p>At Smart Working, you’ll never be just another remote hire.</p> <p>Be a Smart Worker - valued, empowered, and part of a culture that celebrates integrity, excellence, and ambition.</p> <p>If that sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to hear your story. </p> <p></p>

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