Locus - Software Development Engineer III - Java / Spring Boot

Description :

Job Title : Software Development Engineer - 3

Location : Bangalore; (Full Time, Onsite)

About Locus :

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.

The platform unifi es orders, capacity, and carrier networks into one living plan, aligning planning, execution, and settlement so promises become proof.

AI co-pilots with guardrails surface risk early and recommend the next best move to protect SLAs and reduce empty miles.

In 2025, Locus joined the Ingka Group (IKEA Retail) family, marking a major milestone in our journey.

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.

Our Journey and Impact :

Since 2015, Locus has been on a mission to make logistics decision-making intelligent, sustainable, and real-world ready.

Our platform has powered billions of deliveries across 30 + countries for global enterprises, driving measurable impact in cost savings, carbon reduction, and SLA performance.

With the strength of the IKEA ecosystem behind us, were scaling that impact even further.

Our Global Footprint :

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.

Traits We Value :

We look for people who are :

• Global in mindset : curious about diverse markets and ideas.
• Unrelenting in drive : energized by complex challenges.
• Intelligent in approach : analytical, creative, and thoughtful.
• Dynamic in execution : adaptive and decisive in fast-moving contexts.
• Exact in craft : detail-oriented and committed to excellence.

About the Role :

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.

You will lead by example, driving technical excellence and mentoring peers while solving complex engineering problems.

This position offers the opportunity to work with a highly motivated team in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Technical Leadership :

System Architecture and Design :

Problem Solving and Optimization :

Innovation and Continuous Improvement :

Collaboration and Communication :

Qualifi cations :

1. Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and working with microservices architectures.

2. Solid understanding of distributed systems, multithreading, and asynchronous programming.

3. Hands-on experience with databases (both relational and NoSQL).

4. Familiarity with message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) and caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis, Memcached).

What We Offer :

Join Locus and become part of a visionary team that is redefining logistics through innovation and smart distribution.

We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise will drive both your growth and that of the organization.

Locus is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace

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