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 SDE-1 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
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 SDE-1 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