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Backend Engineer

TrueCaller

TrueCaller

Software Engineering
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted on Mar 25, 2026

Join Truecaller – The place where innovation meets impact!

Truecaller's mission is to build trust in communication by making it safer, smarter, and more efficient. Born in Sweden, trusted by the world, and here’s why we stand out:

  • We are trusted by over 450 million active users every month across 190+ countries
  • We identify over 15 billion calls daily, helping users avoid spam and scams
  • We are powered by a team of 450+ employees from 45+ nationalities

We always look for people who take initiative, own their work, and keep raising the bar. An entrepreneurial mindset matters here, especially when it turns bold ideas into real actions. We stay collaborative and focused, always searching for smarter paths forward. If you want to make an impact and grow with a team that inspires millions, you’ll fit right in.

The role:

As a Backend Engineer, you will be a pivotal contributor in shaping Truecaller's technology, driving demonstrable improvements to the user experience and business profitability. You will get an opportunity to develop Backend APIs using the latest technologies and frameworks using Go, gRPC and other HTTP/2 technologies.

What you’ll do:

The role encompasses complete, end-to-end ownership of backend development responsibilities right from requirement clarifications till deployment.

  • Designing robust, scalable, and highly performant backend solutions, ensuring alignment with overall platform architecture and best practices for the high-traffic demands.
  • Writing clean, efficient, well-tested, and maintainable code, adhering to established engineering standards, to implement the defined feature specifications.
  • Managing CI/CD pipelines to successfully roll out features.
  • Post-deployment monitoring, troubleshooting, and stabilizing the feature within the live production environment.

What you bring in:

  • 2 to 5 years of experience as Backend developer in a start-up or product based environment.
  • Excellent knowledge of Java/Golang or any object oriented or functional programming language.
  • Deep understanding of Data structures and Algorithms.

It would be great if you also have:

  • Proficient in micro-service architecture, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain large-scale platforms and services utilizing Java/non-Java technologies (e.g., Scala), Redis, Kafka, and NoSQL stores.

What we offer:

We support growth through learning resources, leadership programs, mentoring, and real hands-on work. People can move between teams and projects to build new skills and keep things interesting. We offer clear internal mobility and a transparent path for progression, with leaders who stay involved and provide guidance throughout the year. In addition, you will benefit from:

  • A comprehensive compensation package: Learning and development allowance, voluntary provident fund (VPF) and/or national pension scheme (NPS) tax saving option provided, creche allowance
  • Modern tools to do your best work: Choose your preferred computer and phone within our budget, so you can work comfortably and efficiently.
  • A people-focused office culture: We value in-person collaboration and follow an office-first model, with some flexibility. Our offices offer a vibrant environment with opportunities to learn, connect, and recharge, from breakfast, lunch and quiet spaces to team activities such as movie nights, tech meetups, and cultural events. There's something for everyone.
  • Truecaller’s “Lab Days” offer a space for imagination: 5 days each quarter, where everyone steps away from their normal tasks to explore new, bold ideas and build things they’ve always wanted to. It’s a space where curiosity leads the way, and prototypes take shape. Some concepts even make it into production, and a few have grown into real features used by millions today. Lab Days allow you to be creative, learn fast, and help shape Truecaller's future.

Come as you are:
Truecaller is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our products and our culture. No matter where you're from, what language you speak, or how you identify, we value what makes you unique and would love to get to know you.

Sounds like a great opportunity?

We will fill the position as soon as we find the right candidate, so please send your application as soon as possible. As part of the recruitment process, we will conduct a background check.

We only accept applications in English.