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

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About Smart Working
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.

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.

Join one of the highest-rated workplaces on Glassdoor and experience what it means to thrive in a truly remote-first world.

About the Role
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.

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.

This is a hands-on engineering role suited for someone who values autonomy, pragmatism, and building high-quality systems that operate at scale.

Responsibilities

  • Build and deliver new features across the platform, including no-code functionality, analytics, admin tools, and data management systems
  • Design, develop, and maintain backend services and distributed systems
  • Own the architecture and delivery of scalable, reliable backend components
  • Design and implement APIs for both internal and external system integrations
  • Develop and maintain integrations with third-party systems and services
  • Collaborate closely with product and internal stakeholders to shape and deliver solutions
  • Ensure systems are maintainable, scalable, and aligned with best engineering practices
  • Contribute to technical decisions and continuously improve system architecture

Requirements

  • 2+ years of professional experience with Scala
  • Experience with JVM-based languages (e.g., Java, Kotlin)
  • Strong understanding of functional programming principles and experience with functional programming libraries
  • Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL
  • Experience designing and building microservices-based architectures
  • Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs
  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and tooling such as AWS
  • Experience using Docker and containerised environments
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Ability to design scalable and maintainable systems

Nice to Have

  • Experience working on AI-driven or data-heavy platforms
  • Experience building integration layers between systems
  • Familiarity with no-code or low-code platforms
  • Experience working in fast-paced, product-focused environments
  • Strong ownership mindset and ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Interest in building scalable distributed systems

Benefits

  • Fixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)
  • No Weekend Work: Real work-life balance, not just words
  • Day 1 Benefits: Laptop and full medical insurance provided
  • Support That Matters:Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are shared
  • True Belonging: A long-term career where your contributions are valued

At Smart Working, you’ll never be just another remote hire.

Be a Smart Worker - valued, empowered, and part of a culture that celebrates integrity, excellence, and ambition.

If that sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to hear your story.

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