About the Team
ML Team team plays a central role in shipping scalable and cost-effective data-science solutions that power products and business decisions across the board. The team builds and maintains a robust MLOps stack—including a centralized feature-store, auto-training frameworks, an in-house model serving system, and real-time monitoring tools. Beyond platform engineering, the team also develops standalone feature-extraction applications that serve as core IP and provide a distinct competitive edge in the industry. It's a space where deep tech meets real-world impact, and where
infrastructure and innovation go hand in hand.
About the Role
As an MLE-2, you'll play a key role in building backend systems that are robust, cost-effective, and optimized for performance. This role requires strong problem-solving ability, technical expertise, and a mindset of continuous improvement. You'll work closely with stakeholders, demonstrate high quality and consistency in code and reviews, and contribute to improving team standards through feedback and collaboration.
Must Haves
Proficiency in at least one of: Java, Python, Go, or Kotlin
Strong grasp of object-oriented design, design patterns, and data structures
Proven ability to design and implement algorithms for complex real-world problems
Experience in building backend systems focused on scalability, performance, robustness, and cost-efficiency
Skilled in troubleshooting and performance optimization of distributed systems
Consistent drive to improve, automate, and scale systems and tools
Strong coding practices, including design documentation, unit testing, peer reviews, and an agile mindset
Communicate effectively with peers, product managers, and cross-functional partners to ensure smooth delivery.
Demonstrated record of on-time delivery with a focus on output quality
Emphasis on observability—systems must be monitorable and maintainable
Minimum of 3 years of software development experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good to Haves




Exposure to event-driven architectures and tools like Kafka or Rabbit MQ
Understanding of security best practices for backend services and APIs
Ability to quickly adapt to new, complex development environments
Experience in mentoring and guiding junior engineers
What We Expect From You
Strong ownership and accountability in all areas of your work
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across teams and stakeholders
Comfortable working in a dynamic workplace with shifting priorities
Attention to detail, balanced with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving
Consistent delivery of high-quality outcomes while meeting deadlines
Curiosity to learn and the initiative to mentor and share knowledge with others
Inside Navi
We are shaping the future of financial services for a billion Indians through products that are simple, accessible, and affordable. From Personal & Home Loans to UPI, Insurance, Mutual Funds, and Gold — we're building tech-first solutions that work at scale, with a strong customer-first approach. Founded by Sachin Bansal & Ankit Agarwal in 2018, we are one of India's
fastest-growing financial services organisations. But we're just getting started!
Our Culture
The Navi DNA
Ambition. Perseverance. Self-awareness. Ownership. Integrity. We're looking for people who dream big when it comes to innovation. At Navi, you'll be empowered with the right mechanisms to work in a dynamic team that builds and improves innovative solutions. If you're driven to deliver real value to customers, no matter the challenge, this is the place for you. We chase excellence by uplifting each other—and that starts with every one of us.
Why You'll Thrive at Navi
At Navi, it's about how you think, build, and grow. You'll thrive here if:
You're impact-driven : You take ownership, build boldly, and care about making a real difference.
You strive for excellence : Good isn't good enough. You bring focus, precision, and a passion for quality.
You embrace change : You adapt quickly, move fast, and always put the customer first.

📌 Machine learning engineer ii (Bengaluru)
🏢 Navi
📍 Bengaluru