Software Engineer + SME (System Design)

About Newton :

Newton School of Technology (NST) is a new-age institution redefining technical education in India. Founded by IIT alumni, NST offers a 4-year B.Tech in Computer Science and AI, focused on hands-on learning and deep industry integration. Within two years, over 93% of students have secured paid internships with companies like Razorpay, SarvamAI, and DRDO, along with global exposure through tech treks to Singapore and Silicon Valley. Led by a distinguished faculty comprising ICPC World Finalists and ex-professionals from ISRO, Microsoft, MakeMyTrip, and several other leading tech organisations, NST is building a scalable, high-impact model that produces industry-ready talent for the world’s most advanced technology roles.

Role Description :

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Software Development Engineer who is passionate about software engineering, system design, and teaching. This role is ideal for an early-career professional who wants to strengthen their technical expertise while contributing to the learning journey of budding engineers.

As part of our Computer Science Department, you will support the design and delivery of courses on Software Development, System Design, Data Structures, and Algorithms. You’ll assist in lab sessions, mentor students, and collaborate with senior instructors to ensure a practical, industry-aligned learning experience.

Roles and Responsibilities :

Course Assistance & Delivery : Support senior instructors in designing and delivering lectures, coding sessions, and practical workshops on core computer science concepts.

Lab & Project Support : Conduct lab sessions, debug student projects, and help implement concepts in real coding environments.

Student Mentorship : Guide students on coding best practices, problem-solving techniques, and project development.

Curriculum Enhancement : Contribute to improving course materials, assignments, and projects to keep them aligned with industry standards.

Technical Contribution : Build small-scale software tools or systems that enhance learning or demonstrate core engineering principles.

Collaboration : Work closely with faculty, mentors, and curriculum designers to ensure smooth academic delivery and student success.

Qualifications & Experience :

1-3 years of experience as a Software Engineer, Teaching Assistant, or Academic Associate in Software Development or related areas.

Proficiency in one or more programming languages —

Java, Python, C++, or Node.js.

Understanding of

OOP, Data Structures, Algorithms, and basic System Design principles.

Hands-on experience with software development projects (academic or professional).

Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.

Good to Have :

Prior experience mentoring, teaching, or assisting in technical courses or coding bootcamps.

Exposure to cloud computing, microservices, or database design concepts.

Familiarity with modern development tools (Git, Docker, Postman, etc.).

Contributions to open-source projects, coding communities, or tech blogs.

Key Competencies :

Strong logical and analytical thinking.

Effective communication and presentation skills.

Passion for technology, learning, and mentoring.

Ability to work collaboratively with academic and technical teams.