Locus Software Development Engineer III Java/Spring Boot

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<p><p><b>Description :</b><br/><br/>Job Title : Software Development Engineer - 3<br/><br/>Location : Bangalore; (Full Time, Onsite)<br/><br/><b>About Locus :</b><br/><br/>Battle-tested in 350+ deployments across 30+ countries, Locus is an agentic Transportation Management System for all-mile, all-channel, trusted by enterprises like Unilever, Nestlé, and Siam Makro.<br/><br/>The platform unifi es orders, capacity, and carrier networks into one living plan, aligning planning, execution, and settlement so promises become proof.<br/><br/>AI co-pilots with guardrails surface risk early and recommend the next best move to protect SLAs and reduce empty miles.<br/><br/>In 2025, Locus joined the Ingka Group (IKEA Retail) family, marking a major milestone in our journey.<br/><br/>Backed by the scale and strength of IKEA, we continue to operate independently while accelerating our mission to make global supply chains faster, smarter, and more sustainable.<br/><br/><b>Our Journey and Impact :</b><br/><br/>Since 2015, Locus has been on a mission to make logistics decision-making intelligent, sustainable, and real-world ready.<br/><br/>Our platform has powered billions of deliveries across 30 + countries for global enterprises, driving measurable impact in cost savings, carbon reduction, and SLA performance.<br/><br/>With the strength of the IKEA ecosystem behind us, were scaling that impact even further.<br/><br/><b>Our Global Footprint :</b><br/><br/>Headquartered in Bangalore, with teams across the U.S., U.K., UAE, and Southeast Asia, Locus brings together 170 + engineers, designers, and problem-solvers united by a single goal : to reinvent how the world moves goods.<br/><br/><b>Traits We Value :</b><br/><br/>We look for people who are :<br/><br/>- Global in mindset : curious about diverse markets and ideas.<br/><br/>- Unrelenting in drive : energized by complex challenges.<br/><br/>- Intelligent in approach : analytical, creative, and thoughtful.<br/><br/>- Dynamic in execution : adaptive and decisive in fast-moving contexts.<br/><br/>- Exact in craft : detail-oriented and committed to excellence.<br/><br/><b>About the Role :</b><br/><br/>As a Software Development Engineer - 3, Backend Engineer at Locus, you will play a critical role in architecting, designing, and delivering robust backend systems that power our platform.<br/><br/>You will lead by example, driving technical excellence and mentoring peers while solving complex engineering problems.<br/><br/>This position offers the opportunity to work with a highly motivated team in a fast-paced and innovative environment.<br/><br/><b>Key Responsibilities :</b><br/><br/><b>Technical Leadership :</b><br/><br/>- Design and develop highly scalable, fault-tolerant, and maintainable backend systems using Java and related frameworks.<br/><br/>- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth.<br/><br/>- Review code and ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and security guidelines.<br/><br/><b>System Architecture and Design :</b><br/><br/>- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and frontend engineers, to translate business requirements into efficient technical solutions.<br/><br/>- Own the architecture of core modules and contribute to overall platform scalability and reliability.<br/><br/>- Advocate for and implement microservices architecture, ensuring modularity and reusability.<br/><br/><b>Problem Solving and Optimization :</b><br/><br/>- Analyze and resolve complex system issues, ensuring high availability and performance of the platform.<br/><br/>- Optimize database queries and design scalable data storage solutions.<br/><br/>- Implement robust logging, monitoring, and alerting systems to proactively identify and mitigate issues.<br/><br/><b>Innovation and Continuous Improvement :</b><br/><br/>- Stay updated on emerging backend technologies and incorporate relevant advancements into our systems.<br/><br/>- Identify and drive initiatives to improve codebase quality, deployment processes, and team productivity.<br/><br/>- Contribute to and advocate for a DevOps culture, supporting CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.<br/><br/><b>Collaboration and Communication :</b><br/><br/>- Act as a liaison between the backend team and other technical and non-technical teams, ensuring smooth communication and alignment.<br/><br/>- Document system designs, APIs, and workfl ows to maintain clarity and knowledge transfer across the team.<br/><br/><b>Qualifi cations :</b><br/><br/>- Experience : 5+ years of experience in backend development, with a strong focus on Java (Spring/Spring Boot frameworks preferred).<br/><br/>- Educational Background : Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.<br/><br/><b>- Technical Expertise :</b><br/><br/> 1.

Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and working with microservices architectures.<br/><br/> 2.

Solid understanding of distributed systems, multithreading, and asynchronous programming.<br/><br/> 3.

Hands-on experience with databases (both relational and NoSQL).<br/><br/> 4.

Familiarity with message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) and caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis, Memcached).<br/><br/>- Problem- Solving Skills : Strong analytical skills and a passion for tracking challenging technical problems.<br/><br/>- Team Player : Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment and contribute to the success of the organization.<br/><br/>- Ownership : Demonstrated ability to take ownership of projects and deliver high-quality results.<br/><br/>- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azzure).<br/><br/>- Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.<br/><br/>- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices<br/><br/><b>What We Offer :</b><br/><br/>Join Locus and become part of a visionary team that is redefining logistics through innovation and smart distribution.<br/><br/>We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise will drive both your growth and that of the organization.<br/><br/>Locus is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)

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