Software Engineer - Backend (5-7 years), Pune

Who you are

You have 5-7 years of backend engineering experience, building production systems that scale effectively — you've taken ownership of services from design through deployment and have navigated the challenges of debugging complex distributed systems. Your expertise in Java and Spring is deep — you've successfully shipped high-throughput APIs that handle millions of requests, and you have strong opinions on service architecture, dependency injection, and testing strategies. You thrive in environments that require rapid iterative development and customer-centric product thinking, and you enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and are excited about the opportunity to build platforms that touch millions of users. You understand the importance of writing clean, maintainable code and are committed to continuous learning and improvement in your craft.

Desirable

Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure would be a plus, as well as familiarity with microservices architecture. If you have worked in the fintech space or have experience with payment systems, that would be advantageous. You are also encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — curiosity and a growth mindset are valued at PhonePe.

What you'll do

As a Backend Engineer at PhonePe, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust APIs that support our digital payments platform. You will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to understand user needs and translate them into technical solutions. Your role will involve optimizing existing systems for performance and scalability, ensuring that our services can handle the increasing volume of transactions. You will participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall architecture of our backend systems, helping to establish best practices for development and deployment. You will also be involved in troubleshooting and resolving production issues, ensuring high availability and reliability of our services. Your contributions will directly impact the user experience and the overall success of PhonePe's mission to empower every Indian with access to financial services.

What we offer

At PhonePe, we foster a culture of empowerment and trust, allowing you to take ownership of your work from day one. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the best minds in the industry, tackling complex problems and building innovative solutions. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to unlock the flow of money and access to services for every Indian, and be part of a team that is making a significant impact in the fintech space.