Lenskart Hiring Principal Engineer Job 2025

Principal Engineer – Backend (Java & Microservices)

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Position Type: Permanent
Openings: 1
Application Deadline: 31/05/2025

About the Role:

Lenskart is looking for an experienced and driven Principal Engineer to join our team in Bangalore. This is a fantastic opportunity for a backend engineering expert with a deep understanding of scalable systems and microservices architecture. If you're passionate about building high-performance backend platforms and enjoy working in a fast-paced tech-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Required Experience:

• 8 to 12 years of professional experience in Java backend development.

Key Skills:

• Custom Backend Development

• Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot

• Microservices Architecture

• Scalability & Performance Optimization

• RESTful APIs, API-Level Testing

• Hibernate, JPA

• Scripting (Java, Python)

• Web Technologies (Angular.js, AJAX)

• Agile Methodologies, Git, JIRA

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using Java and Spring Framework.

• Build scalable and high-performing microservices for enterprise applications.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and deliver end-to-end solutions.

• Contribute to the architecture and system design for new and existing products.

• Ensure system performance, quality, and responsiveness through comprehensive testing and monitoring.

• Stay current with emerging backend trends and implement best practices for continual improvement.

• Provide mentorship and support to junior developers and technical teams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.

• Strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, and REST APIs.

• Practical knowledge of database technologies and version control systems.

• Proven track record of working in Agile environments using tools like JIRA and Git.

• Ability to independently design and deliver solutions that are reliable and scalable.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Note: This is a general job description for a Principal Engineer role. Specific project assignments may vary depending on current organizational priorities.