YouTrip Logo

YouTrip

Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Posted 4 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
In-Office
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
Senior level
In-Office
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
Senior level
Design, develop, and lead high-performance, secure, scalable backend applications using Golang. Responsibilities include architecting distributed systems and microservices, optimizing reliability and performance, implementing automated tests, troubleshooting complex issues, conducting code reviews, mentoring engineers, documenting solutions, and supporting recruitment activities.
The summary above was generated by AI

YouTrip is the leading and fastest-growing multi-currency payment platform in Asia Pacific. In 2018, we pioneered the region's first multi-currency digital wallet. Now, YouTrip is the #1 multi-currency digital wallet trusted by millions across the region, processing over US$15 billion in total payment value annually. 

Our consumer and business propositions – YouTrip and YouBiz – empower individuals and businesses with inclusive, accessible, and affordable financial solutions. YouTrip has raised over US$110 million to date, including its recent Series B round led by global venture capital firm Lightspeed Venture Partners—underscoring strong investor confidence in its mission to transform digital financial services across the Asia Pacific. 

Recognised as World Economic Forum’s Global Innovator 2025, CNBC’s World’s Top Fintech Companies (2025, 2024), and LinkedIn’s Top Startup (2024, 2023), YouTrip is dedicated to creating the next generation of digital finance services for consumers and businesses.

Valuing an entrepreneurial culture of diversity and inclusion, we are seeking driven individuals to join our fast-growing regional team as we push the boundaries of innovative fintech solutions.

Job Description: Senior Software Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer with an exceptional command of Golang to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing high-performance, scalable, and secure server-side applications using Golang. Your expertise shall be instrumental in building robust, reliable, and efficient solutions that drive the success of our projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and development of sophisticated, high availability, and secured server-side applications with a primary focus on Golang.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, architect solutions, and deliver high-quality software products.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing your engineering expertise and best practices to foster skill development within the team.
  • Analyze and optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of existing Golang applications, making strategic improvements where necessary.
  • Design and implement automated unit and integration tests to ensure code quality, maintainability, and stability.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in software technologies, recommending their adoption when appropriate.
  • Champion code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical documentation to maintain high development standards.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, providing innovative solutions to overcome challenges.
  • Contribute to the recruitment and hiring process by participating in interviews, evaluating candidates, and providing input on hiring decisions.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in software development, with substantial experience in Golang and cloud infrastructure.
  • Expert-level proficiency in designing and developing high-performance, concurrent applications with Golang.
  • Experience with distributed systems, microservices architecture, and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Solid knowledge of software testing methodologies and tools, including unit testing and integration testing for Golang applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects, collaborate effectively with teams, and mentor junior engineers.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
  • Having prior experience in the FinTech domain would be an added advantage.

If you are a passionate and driven Software Engineer with a proven track record in Golang development, eager to work with the latest technologies and contribute to the development of cutting-edge applications, we encourage you to apply. Join our dynamic team and be part of shaping the future of our innovative projects.

Similar Jobs

One Month Ago
In-Office
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
Mid level
Mid level
Cloud • Information Technology • Consulting
Design, build, and maintain high-volume mainframe business logic; refactor legacy systems for cloud/mobile integration; optimize performance; debug complex interactions; and support modernization using microservices, containers, databases, and REST services.
Top Skills: .NetApigatewayAWSAzureCi/CdCloudwatchContainersDesign PatternsDockerDynamoDBEc2EcsGCPGitlabHldIamJavaJenkinsJSONKubernetesLambdaLldMainframeMessaging QueuesMicroservicesMipsMongoDBNode.jsNoSQLOopPythonReactRelational DatabasesRestS3SnsSolidSpring BootSQLSqsTerraformXML
One Month Ago
In-Office or Remote
India
Senior level
Senior level
Agency • Information Technology
Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance .NET Core 8+ back-end applications and microservices. Build secure RESTful APIs, implement async patterns, EF Core data access, authentication/authorization, message-driven integrations (RabbitMQ), and CI/CD deployments. Ensure code quality via unit tests, TDD/BDD, logging, and code reviews. Troubleshoot production issues, participate in architecture discussions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and produce technical documentation.
Top Skills: .Net 8.Net CoreApache KafkaArgocdAsp.Net CoreAzure DevopsBitbucketC#Ci/CdDaprDockerElk StackEntity Framework CoreGitGitGithub CopilotGitopsHelmJwtKubernetesMartendbMasstransitMicroservicesAzureMssqlMstestNlogNunitOauth 2.0OpenapiPostgresRabbitMQRedisSerilogSwaggerWeb ApiXunit
26 Days Ago
In-Office or Remote
India
Senior level
Senior level
Agency • Information Technology
Design, build, and maintain Java backend microservices using Spring Boot and JPA. Optimize SQL/PostgreSQL queries and stored procedures. Implement CI/CD pipelines, write unit/integration tests, and collaborate in English-speaking agile teams.
Top Skills: AngularCi/CdCucumberDockerEclipseElkGitGithub ActionsIntellijJava 11Java 21Java MicroservicesJavaScriptJenkinsJIRAJpaJunitKubernetesMavenPostgresReactRestSpringSpring BootSQLStored Procedures

What you need to know about the Chennai Tech Scene

To locals, it's no secret that South India is leading the charge in big data infrastructure. While the environmental impact of data centers has long been a concern, emerging hubs like Chennai are favored by companies seeking ready access to renewable energy resources, which provide more sustainable and cost-effective solutions. As a result, Chennai, along with neighboring Bengaluru and Hyderabad, is poised for significant growth, with a projected 65 percent increase in data center capacity over the next decade.

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account