Junior Software Engineer Jobs at Axelerant - Apply Now | ₹6-10LPA

About the Role

Axelerant is looking for a motivated Junior Backend Engineer to join our remote-first team. In this position, you will contribute to building robust and scalable backend solutions that power our core systems. Working closely with experienced engineers, you will gain hands-on experience in modern software development practices, backend architecture, and production systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop backend features using Python or Go under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Write clean, maintainable code adhering to team standards.
• Optimize SQL queries and work with PostgreSQL databases.
• Implement RESTful API endpoints and manage HTTP requests and responses.
• Create unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.
• Debug and fix issues in the existing codebase with team support.
• Participate in code reviews and apply constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into solutions.
• Learn and apply asynchronous or background processing patterns.
• Use logs and basic observability tools to troubleshoot issues.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing.

Required Skills & Expertise

• Foundational knowledge in backend development using Python or Go.
• Ability to write Python code with functions, classes, and error handling.
• Basic SQL and PostgreSQL experience, including writing queries and understanding database schemas.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and HTTP methods.
• Basic testing knowledge, including writing unit tests and exposure to integration testing.
• Familiarity with Git for version control.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow technical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Experience with automation or scripting.
• Exposure to backend frameworks or service-based architectures.
• Knowledge of containerization concepts.
• Experience with background jobs or scheduled tasks.

Why Join Axelerant?

Be part of an AI-first, remote-first digital agency that’s shaping the future of customer experiences. Collaborate with global teams and leading platform partners, enjoy a culture of autonomy, continuous learning, and work-life harmony.

About Axelerant

Axelerant is a global company that values employee happiness, engineering excellence, and customer success. We operate remotely across multiple time zones, challenging traditional outsourcing with innovative delivery approaches.