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About Us Partners Careers Contact Us Join our team View job openings Region France Germany Netherlands Spain United Kingdom United States Your browser does not support the video tag. Introducing Navan Edge Early access The new standard for frequent travelers: tailored, rewarding, effortless. Get started Request a demo Log In France Germany Netherlands Spain United Kingdom United States Log In Log In Log In Senior Software Engineer (Backend) Location: Bengaluru, IN Department: Engineering Navan has disrupted the corporate travel, payment, and expense market, always putting user needs at the center of our solutions. You now have the unique opportunity to join the Flights group in building the next generation flight platform. In your role, you will have a high degree of flexibility to shape a fast-growing product, working in a high-profile cross-functional team and launching new features at a fast pace.You will be responsible for leading, designing, and developing mission-critical product features and services driving our Flights platform.
What You'll Do: Designing and implementing APIs and core services Developing models and business logic Building out impactful product features Ensure the quality of the features you built, follow-up on usage/issues post release. Work closely with product and design team to deliver new features that align with the needs of the business Provide technical leadership and mentoring to other engineers on
the team Contribute and drive frameworks that lead to significant user experience improvements Assist
the team in understanding and adopting new technologies
What We're Looking For: 5+ years of experience working in a fast paced environment Prior experience working at startups and/or on consumer-facing products In-depth experience with Java and Spring Framework Strong programming skills and CS fundamentals Deep architecture and API design skills to build core services and new product features Strong sense of ownership demonstrated through shipping production-quality code equipped with testing, monitoring and documentation Passion for solving problems and learning new tools and technologies Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Domain expertise in the travel industry Experience with AWS and/or distributed systems is a plus Contributions to open-source projects A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent work experience The posted pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the
compensation for this position and is subject to change based on business need. To determine a successful candidate’s starting pay, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location, an evaluation of the candidate’s skills and experience, market demands, and internal parity. For roles with on-target-earnings (OTE), the pay range includes both base salary and target incentive
compensation. Target incentive
compensation for some roles may include a ramping draw period.
Compensation is higher for those who exceed targets. Candidates may receive more information from the recruiter. Pay Range $1 — $1 USD About Navan Navan (Nasdaq: NAVN) is the global AI-powered business travel and expense platform that makes travel easy for frequent travelers. From finding flights and hotels, to automating expense reconciliation, with 24/7 support along the way, Navan delivers an intuitive experience travelers love and finance teams rely on. See how Navan customers benefit and learn more at navan.com . Culture of Excellence Our team is our competitive edge — a high-performance group of smart, driven people committed to winning together. This dedication to excellence is why we’ve been recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In (2023–2026), a G2 Best Global Software Company (2025–2026), Forbes Cloud 100 (2022–2025), and CNBC Disruptor 50 (2022–2025). At Navan, we provide an environment where top talent excels, offering the autonomy and fast-paced trajectory needed to build a defining career and do the best work of your life. Our
Benefits Navan offers a comprehensive
benefits program designed to support your well-being, financial security, and life outside of work. Our
benefits, thoughtfully tailored by country to meet local needs, include healthcare coverage, insurance offerings, and wellness resources for you and your family. We support long-term financial growth through retirement savings programs and opportunities to participate in our equity plans, so you can share in Navan’s success. To promote balance, we offer flexible time off, country-specific holidays, and paid parental leave for all new parents. Additional
benefits include connectivity and commuting support*, mental health resources, and exclusive travel-related
perks. Wherever you’re based, our
benefits evolve with you. Workplace Policy Navan believes in the value of in-person connections, whether that’s sitting down to have lunch with one another, taking a walking 1:1, or collaborating in a room together. The connections forged through face-to-face interactions improve company culture and drive business results. Navan invests in global office spaces — in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, among others — that feel welcoming. In-office
perks such as company-provided lunches and happy hours create a strong team environment to help you do your best work. Our employees work from the office four days a week. Please expect this policy for all roles that are tied to an office. Equal Opportunity Navan is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based solely on merit. We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring. Accommodations Navan complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Navan will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability in connection with applications for employment as required by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, you are welcome to email us at [email protected] . Candidate Privacy Notice and Use of AI As part of the recruitment process, certain personal data may be processed using automated tools, including tools that use AI. For details on how Navan collects and uses your personal data, please review Navan's Candidate Privacy Notice here . Job Search Best Practices We have been made aware of recruitment scams involving fraudulent attempts to lure job seekers into sending money or personal information in return for fake job offers or coerce them into purchasing equipment by electronic funds transfer (Zelle, Venmo, etc.) Legitimate Navan recruiters will never ask for money in any recruitment or onboarding activities. All available job openings at Navan will be posted on Navan’s website and all Navan recruiters will be reachable through an email address ending in “@navan.com” or “@navan.tech” or "@talent.navan.com". *Applies to select locations. Product Business Travel Expense Management Advanced Analytics Navan Rewards Navan Events Sustainability Solutions Enterprises Small Business Accounting Teams Executive assistants Finance Teams Travel Managers Travelers By Industry Energy and Utilities Financial Services Food and Beverages Health and Wellness Industrial and Manufacturing Media and Entertainment Professional Services Real Estate and Construction Retail and Ecommerce Technology and Software Resources Guides Compare Us Blog Travel and Expense Glossary Per Diem Calculator Mileage Calculator Customers Case Studies Help Center Customer Resources End-User Resources Customer Reviews Company
