Join a Fast-Growing HR Tech Startup | Backend Engineer (Java)- Bengaluru
Cynet Corp
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Permanent
- Full-time
We’re a fast-growing AI-first startup revolutionizing the hiring journey. Our cutting-edge platform combines AI interview agents, voice avatars, and human expertise to help companies hire better and faster, without the bias, delays, or inefficiencies of traditional methods.We're building powerful tools that automate candidate shortlisting, conduct AI-driven interviews, generate real-time debrief reports, and offer intelligent scheduling—all without complex integrations. Join us in shaping the future of hiring.Your Role:
We’re looking for a high-energy, high-agency Java Backend Engineer who’s excited to take ownership of core microservices powering our AI Interview Engine. You’ll work closely with the founders and cross-functional teams to build fast, scalable backend infrastructure that directly impacts users.What You'll Do:
- Design and develop scalable, low-latency backend systems using Java (17+), Spring Boot, and microservices.
- Own the full development lifecycle: architecture → development → testing → deployment → monitoring.
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs to support real-time AI voice interactions.
- Collaborate closely with AI/ML, product, and frontend teams to ship new features quickly.
- Write clean, testable, well-documented code and take initiative to improve system performance and reliability.
- Mentor junior engineers as the team grows.
- 3–4 years of experience building backend systems in Java (Spring Boot) and microservices.
- Strong understanding of REST APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL), and messaging systems (Kafka, Redis, RabbitMQ).
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.
- Solid grasp of API versioning, fault tolerance, and system design.
- High ownership mindset: you move fast, solve problems, and thrive in a startup environment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
- Previous experience at a startup or in early-stage product teams.
- Familiarity with real-time voice/audio systems, WebSockets, or event-driven architecture.
- Knowledge of Docker/Kubernetes or container orchestration tools.
- High impact: You’ll directly shape the product and tech direction.
- Speed & autonomy: No red tape—just ownership and action.
- Work with the best: Collaborate with founders, AI leaders, and a sharp engineering team.
- Build the future: Help redefine how companies hire, with AI at the core.