Software Development Engineer Backend

Round 1: Online coding assessment → Round 2: Technical interview (system design & coding) → Round 3: HR interview

Juspay promotes a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environment where engineers are encouraged to experiment and own end‑to‑end solutions. The company emphasizes work‑life balance through flexible timings, regular tech talks, and a supportive mentorship framework, ensuring continuous personal and professional growth.

Juspay’s interview process typically starts with a timed online coding test focusing on data structures, algorithms, and problem‑solving speed. Successful candidates move to a technical interview where they discuss system design, API development, and may be asked to write code on a whiteboard or shared editor. The final HR round assesses cultural fit, communication skills, and motivation. Overall difficulty is moderate to high, with emphasis on clean code and logical thinking.

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent technical qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, or related fields. Minimum aggregate of 60% (or CGPA 6.0/10). Eligible graduating batches: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026. No active backlogs at the time of joining. Candidates should have a strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and object‑oriented programming.

Juspay is one of India’s leading fintech platforms, powering digital payments for millions of merchants and consumers across the country. Founded in 2012, the company has built a robust, secure, and scalable payment gateway that integrates with banks, wallets, UPI, and card networks. With a strong focus on innovation, Juspay’s engineering culture encourages rapid experimentation, data‑driven decisions, and continuous learning. The organization has received multiple accolades for its technology stack, employee-friendly policies, and a vibrant work environment that blends startup agility with the stability of an established enterprise. The role of Software Development Engineer – Backend is designed for fresh graduates who are eager to dive deep into building high‑throughput, low‑latency services that handle billions of transactions every month. As a backend engineer, you will work closely with product managers, frontend developers, and DevOps teams to design, develop, and maintain micro‑services that power core payment flows, fraud detection, analytics, and settlement systems. You will get hands‑on exposure to cloud‑native architectures, distributed systems, and real‑time data pipelines, making a tangible impact on the financial ecosystem. Key Responsibilities: 1. Design, develop, and deploy scalable micro‑services using Java/Python/Node.js. 2. Write clean, testable code and maintain comprehensive unit and integration test suites. 3. Optimize APIs for performance, reliability, and security. 4. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define service contracts and data models. 5. Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and uphold coding standards. 6. Troubleshoot production issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement fixes. 7. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and monitoring setups. 8. Stay updated with emerging technologies and suggest improvements to the existing tech stack. 9. Document technical designs, APIs, and operational procedures. 10. Mentor peers and share knowledge through tech talks and brown‑bag sessions. Tech Stack: Java, Python, Go, Spring Boot, Node.js, REST/GraphQL APIs, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, Kafka, AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda), Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Jenkins. Growth Path: Starting as an SDE‑I, you can progress to SDE‑II, Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, and eventually Engineering Manager or Architect, with regular performance reviews and skill‑based promotions. Why Join Juspay? The company offers a competitive salary range, exposure to cutting‑edge payment technologies, a collaborative culture that values merit, and ample opportunities for learning through internal hackathons, mentorship programs, and sponsored certifications. Freshers get a fast‑track onboarding experience, enabling them to contribute meaningfully from day one while building a strong foundation for a long‑term career in fintech.