Backend Engineer

Our client  is a US tax & accounting software startup based in San Francisco and Bangalore. They exclusively serve US technology startups and are on a mission to make accounting, tax and compliance easy, scalable, affordable and on-demand for US-registered companies - using software and human services.  They’re backed by leading global VC funds.

As a Backend Developer, you will report to the Backend Lead and work closely with product managers, designers, developers, and other cross-functional teams to deliver features and improvements that enhance the end-user experience.

• Compile and analyze data, processes, and codes to troubleshoot problems and identify areas for improvement.
  

• Gather and address technical and design requirements, liaise with developers, designers and system administrators to identify new features
  

• Collaborating with the front-end developers and other team members to establish objectives and design more functional, cohesive codes to enhance the user experience.
  

• Troubleshoot and debug applications
  

• Perform UI tests to optimize performance
  

• Developing ideas for new programs, products, or features by monitoring industry developments and trends.
  

• Participating in continuing education and training to remain current on best practices, learn new programming languages, and better assist other team members.
  

• Take the lead on projects as needed.
  

• 3 - 5 years of experience in backend development. Experience working in a high-growth startup is a bonus
  

• Proficiency in
• Django and
• Python, In-depth knowledge of databases and data modelling.
  

• Proactively reach out to reporting managers and take the initiative in implementing new features and solving issues.
  

• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills and a keen eye for details
  

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment and rapid changes in design/technology.
  

• Efficient communication and leadership skills, and a willingness to work in a team. Must be able to inspire and mentor other developers in the team.
  

• Willingness to continuously learn and keep improving.
  

• Highly competitive salary: Inkle offers a competitive compensation package benchmarked to local norms in Bangalore and San Francisco. 
  

• Stock option scheme - all employees receive generous stock options with very favourable terms. 
  

• Health insurance - all employees are covered under the Group Medical Insurance policy. 
  

• Relocation allowance - provides a one-time expense allowance to cater to moving costs when you join the office in Bangalore. 
  

• The company has a very generous leave policy. This includes 1 day of Period Leave per month for all female employees. 
  

• Employees are granted 10 work-from-home days (per year pro-rated). This is on top of their leave. 
  

• A comfortable, fun, and safe office environment in the heart of Bangalore with great transport links and eateries nearby. 
  

• All employees receive MacBooks and external monitors as required.
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹2,000,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

+91 9008078505