Apna

Software Engineer I

Job · Full-timeIn OfficeChennai, Tamil Nadu0–2 years55K/mo2 openingsImmediate / as per notice period

About this role

Apna has an opening for a Software Engineer I in Chennai. If you would rather learn by owning something small and real than by watching from the sidelines, this full-time product engineering role is built that way. About the role This Software Engineer I position is about building and shipping…

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Skills you'll use

Data Structures & AlgorithmsOne of Java / Python / JavaScriptGit & Code ReviewREST APIsSQLUnit TestingDebuggingObject-Oriented DesignVersion ControlProblem Solving

What you'll do

Implement and ship features against a defined specification
Write tests that cover the behaviour you added, not just the happy path
Take part in code review, both as author and reviewer
Debug production issues with logs and traces rather than guesswork
Document what you built so the next engineer does not reverse-engineer it
Flag risks and blockers early rather than at the deadline
Keep your tracker and status honest, including when something has slipped

Who can apply

B.E./B.Tech (CSE/IT/ECE), BCA/MCA or B.Sc/M.Sc (Computer Science / IT) from a recognised university
0–2 years of relevant experience — internships, academic projects and personal work all count, and 2026 graduates are welcome
Working knowledge of Data Structures & Algorithms, One of Java / Python / JavaScript, Git & Code Review
Comfort with Git, CI pipelines and the team’s primary language, and the ability to pick up an unfamiliar tool without waiting to be taught it
The judgement to know when a problem is yours to solve and when it needs escalating — and to escalate with the relevant detail attached.
Attention to detail, ownership and the discipline to document your work
Based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu or willing to relocate

Perks & benefits

Learning and certification budgetPaid leave, casual leave and public holidaysFlexible working hours around core collaboration timeModern hardware and the tool licences your role needsInternal knowledge sessions and access to senior reviewersClear, written progression criteria rather than an annual surpriseEmployee referral and performance bonus schemesTeam offsites and regular in-person time

Interview & selection process

3 rounds — typical selection flow for this role:

1Resume screening and profile shortlisting by the talent acquisition team
2Short introductory call with the recruiter about your background and interest
3HR discussion — compensation, notice period, joining date and offer roll-out

About Apna

Apna operates in the technology sector and runs an active team in Chennai. It is a working employer with real customers and real deadlines — the role advertised here exists because there is work that needs doing, not to fill a headcount plan. Industry and what the company does Apna works in…

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