Principal Software Engineer (Backend)

About Us:

At Koshex, we're revolutionizing the wealthtech industry with innovative solutions to empower 400 million Indian millennials to maximize their potential in the wealth creation journey. We're seeking a passionate and experienced Principle Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. If you have a knack for designing robust, scalable systems and a deep understanding of fintech applications, we'd love to meet you.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and architecture of complex systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Design and implement APIs, database schemas, and system integrations.
• Implement and manage caching solutions using Redis and Elasticsearch for optimized performance and fast data retrieval.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, providing feedback and guidance to junior engineers.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, applying them to enhance our products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years in system design and architecture.
• Proven experience in designing large-scale applications, preferably in the fintech domain.
• Strong understanding of database management, API architecture, and microservices.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and Ruby or C++.
• Deep knowledge of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and ACID properties.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with API gateways, reverse proxies, and CDN/DNS configurations.
• Experience with Redis and Elasticsearch for caching and search optimization.
• Strong understanding of security best practices and performance optimization techniques.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and guide junior team members.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and development.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to make a significant impact in the fintech industry.

Interview Process

• Initial screening: 15-minute phone call
• Technical Interview: In-office or video call for 60 min
• Technical Interview-II: In-office or video call for 60 min
• Culture fit: 20-minute phone call
• Final Discussion: 20-minute call with Founders