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Job Title: Software Development Engineer - 2

Location: Bangalore (On-site; full-time)

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 unifies 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, we’re 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 an

Software Development Engineer -2,

Backend Engineer at Locus, you will play a pivotal role in building robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems. You will be at the forefront of designing solutions that can handle millions of transactions, ensuring reliability, security, and innovation across our products.

Key Responsibilities

• System Design: Architect scalable backend services and APIs, focusing on low-latency and high-throughput systems.
• Core Development: Build, test, and deploy features using Java, ensuring code quality and maintainability.
• Performance Optimization: Analyze and optimize application performance and scalability by addressing bottlenecks and implementing efficient algorithms.
• Database Management: Design, query, and maintain complex databases (relational and NoSQL), ensuring data consistency and availability.
• Integration: Collaborate with frontend and data teams to integrate backend services seamlessly.
• Ownership: Take end-to-end responsibility for assigned modules or features, from requirements gathering to production deployment and monitoring.
• Security: Implement robust security practices to safeguard systems and user data.
• Code Reviews: Conduct thorough peer reviews to maintain coding standards and share knowledge within the team.
• Mentorship: Guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.

Skills And Qualifications

• Core Expertise: Proficiency in Java and frameworks like Spring Boot.
• Database Knowledge: Experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar, along with hands-on knowledge of NoSQL solutions like MongoDB or Cassandra.
• Cloud Experience: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP for deployment and infrastructure management.
• Tooling: Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (Git), and monitoring tools like Prometheus or Grafana.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with a focus on algorithms, data structures, and system design.
• Collaboration: Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

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.