Senior Software Engineer - Java API developer

PubMatic
Pune, IN
Posted 2 months ago
Posted 23 July 2026
full-time

About the Role

About the Role  

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java API developer with experience in building high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade backend systems in the digital advertising domain.
In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize backend services powering Mobile Ad SDK systems and AI-driven products such as recommendation engines, monetization optimization platforms, and intelligent ad delivery systems. This role will be responsible for productionizing machine learning models, building high-performance APIs, and enabling intelligent decision systems at scale 

What You'll Do:

  • Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance RESTful APIs using Java (Java 11+) and Spring Boot. 
  • Own end-to-end solution design, planning, execution, and release of backend features.
  • Build and maintain backend services supporting AI-driven initiatives (recommendation systems, predictive analytics). 
  • Productionize and integrate ML models into backend systems, enabling real-time intelligent decisioning. 
  • Develop efficient data models and optimize database queries (MySQL/PostgreSQL) for performance and reliability. 
  • Ensure API security using OAuth2, JWT, and role-based access controls. 
  • Build for scale—design systems capable of handling high concurrency, large data volumes, and low-latency requirements. 
  • Implement observability best practices including logging, monitoring, tracing, and alerting. 
  • Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical decision-making to ensure engineering excellence. 
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Analytics, Product, SDK, UI, Ad server, DevOps, and QA teams to deliver AI-powered features. 
  • Leverage generative AI tools and advanced prompt engineering techniques to enhance productivity and code quality.

We’d Love for You to Have 

  • 3–6 years of experience in Java development in Linux/UNIX environments. 
  • Strong proficiency in Core Java, OOPS, Data Structures, and J2EE technologies. 
  • Hands-on experience with Spring, Spring Boot, and Hibernate. 
  • Strong experience in REST Web Services development and microservices architecture. 
  • Proficiency in SQL, schema design, indexing, performance tuning, and complex queries. 
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Maven, Git, and CI/CD pipelines. 
  • Experience working on high-performance and scalable AdTech systems (preferred). 
  • Working knowledge of Python and integration with AI/ML services. 
  • Understanding of advanced AI concepts including RAG, agentic AI, model fine-tuning, and recommendation systems. 
  • Experience in JUnit, TDD, refactoring, and Agile development practices. 
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and drive technical ownership. 

Qualification:

Should have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or an equivalent degree from a well-known institute/university.                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Additional Information:

Return to Office: PubMatic employees throughout the globe have returned to our offices via a hybrid work schedule (3 days “in office” and 2 days “working remotely”) that is intended to maximize collaboration, innovation, and pro