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# Sr Engineer- Backend

- **Company:** Target Brands, Inc.
- **Location:** Bangalore, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Data Governance, Data Structures, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), MongoDB, Open Source Technology, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Apache Spark, Distributed Programming, Spring-boot, Backend, Kotlin, Low Latency, Non-relational Database, Machine Learning Operations, Data Pipelines, Microservices
- **Published:** June 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://corporate.target.com/jobs/w70/32/sr-engineer-backend

## About the Role

* 4+ years of experience in software design & development with 3+ years of experience in building scalable backend applications using Java
 * Demonstrates broad and deep expertise in Java/Kotlin and frameworks. Designs, develops, and approves end-to-end functionality of a product line, platform, or infrastructure.
 * Communicates and coordinates with project team, partners, and stakeholders.
 * Demonstrates expertise in analysis and optimization of systems capacity, performance, and operational health.
 * Maintains deep technical knowledge within areas of expertise.
 * Stays current with new and evolving technologies via formal training and self-directed education.
 * Experience integrating with third party and opensource frameworks., * 4 year degree or equivalent experience
 * Experience: 4 -7 years
 * Programming experience with Java - Springboot & Kotlin - micronaut
 * Strong problem-solving skills with a good understanding of data structures and algorithms.
 * Must have exposure to non-relational databases like MongoDB.
 * Must have exposure to distributed systems and microservice architecture.
 * Good to Have exposure to Data Pipeline, ML Ops, Spark, Python
 * Demonstrates a solid understanding of the impact of own work on the team and/or guests
 * Writes and organizes code using multiple computer languages, including distributed programming and understand different frameworks and paradigm
 * Delivers high-performance, scalable, repeatable, and secure deliverables with broad impact (high throughput and low latency)
 * Influences and applies data standards, policies, and procedures
 * Maintains technical knowledge within areas of expertise
 * Stays current with new and evolving technologies via formal training and self-directed education.



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