Software development Engineer - Backend

Software Development Engineer-Backend

Location : Bengaluru

Experience : 1-3 years

About Pocket FM

Pocket FM is India's leading audio streaming platform with a mission to redefine the way stories are consumed. We are building a personalized entertainment experience for the next billion users through a robust tech platform powered by data, intelligence, and audio innovation. Join us on our journey to scale storytelling to millions, one stream at a time.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and curious

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to join our fast-paced engineering team. You will play a key role in building scalable backend services and APIs that power our audio platform. If you are passionate about backend development and have hands-on experience with

Python or Golang , we’d love to connect with you.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain highly scalable backend systems using

Python or Golang

Develop RESTful APIs and services for Pocket FM’s core platform

Work closely with product, design, and data teams to deliver seamless user experiences

Optimize application performance and write clean, maintainable code

Participate in code reviews, learning sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives

Troubleshoot and debug production issues as part of a collaborative team

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

0–2 years of backend development experience in

Python or Golang

Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals (DSA, OOP, OS, networking)

Familiarity with REST API development and version control (Git)

Working knowledge of databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis)

Ability to write modular, reusable, and testable code

Good communication skills and a proactive attitude

Nice to Have

Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure

Experience with container technologies like Docker

Familiarity with monitoring, logging, or CI / CD tools

Contributions to open-source projects or personal backend projects