Principal Software Engineer – Backend & Cloud (TypeScript) at Poppulo

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Poppulo Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Communications, Digital SignageIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field; master's preferred
  • 8+ years in software development, primarily backend
  • Advanced proficiency in backend development using TypeScript and js, with a solid foundation in asynchronous programming, error handling, and modular design
  • Deep expertise in AWS cloud services and serverless architecture patterns, particularly Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Cognito, S3, and CloudFront
  • Proven experience designing secure, scalable, multi-tenant architectures, with a focus on data isolation, RBAC, and API security best practices
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), automated testing frameworks, and version control

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and RESTful APIs using TypeScript and js, with a strong focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability
  • Build cloud-native, serverless solutions leveraging AWS Managed Services such as Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Cognito, S3, and CloudFront, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including frontend engineers, architects, and product managers to deliver end-to-end solutions aligned with business goals
  • Implement secure and reliable authentication and authorization mechanisms using Okta, AWS Cognito, and industry-standard protocols like OAuth2 and OpenID Connect
  • Proactively diagnose performance bottlenecks, optimize backend systems for latency and throughput, and drive continuous performance improvements
  • Participate in code reviews, contribute to architectural discussions, and provide technical mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers
  • Champion agile development practices, ensuring timely delivery while fostering a collaborative, transparent, and inclusive team culture
  • Lead innovation by integrating AI capabilities, including Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and tools such as Cursor and Windsurf, into application workflows
  • Actively contribute to and promote the organization’s core values and foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning

Skills

TypeScript
Node.js
AWS
Serverless
RESTful APIs
React
Large Language Models
Generative AI

Poppulo

Communication solutions for employee engagement

About Poppulo

Poppulo focuses on enhancing communication between businesses and their key audiences, including customers and employees. The company offers solutions that facilitate effective communication, recognizing it as a fundamental human need. Poppulo's products are designed to help organizations create meaningful connections and improve workplace experiences. Unlike many competitors, Poppulo emphasizes the importance of people in its approach, aiming to foster a more informed and connected world. The company's goal is to empower its customers to achieve impactful communication that leads to positive results.

Cork, IrelandHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$34MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Educational Assistance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Life Insurance
Wellness Program

Risks

Recent layoffs may indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges at Poppulo.
Adoption of Poppulo AI may face resistance from traditional communication teams.
Integration challenges from mergers may affect seamless service delivery.

Differentiation

Poppulo's Harmony platform integrates employee communications, digital signage, and workplace management.
Poppulo AI enhances productivity with intelligent insights and automation for communication teams.
Poppulo's omnichannel platform is trusted by 47 of the Fortune 100 companies.

Upsides

Poppulo AI boosts productivity and engagement with enterprise-grade AI capabilities.
The Engage '23 Conference highlights Poppulo's leadership in virtual industry events.
Poppulo's recognition as a top software reflects high demand for its communication solutions.

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