Staples

Associate Software Engineer - Full Stack

Staples

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaPermanentPosted Jul 15, 2026

Job description

We’re seeking an Associate Full Stack Engineer to join our Retail Print & Marketing team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of systems that manage print solutioin and workflows using Java, Spring Boot, Angular/React, and cloud-native architectures. This role requires strong hands-on experience across application development, databases, and cloud/on-prem infrastructure, along with the ability to troubleshoot complex production issues, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.

You’ll work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to learn, build, and deliver reliable features. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer with strong fundamentals, curiosity, and a growth mindset who is eager to develop their skills in a fast-paced enterprise environment. Duties & Responsibilities

  • Contributes to the development of full-stack applications using Java (Spring Boot) on the backend and Angular/React with TypeScript on the frontend.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to design, build, and test scalable features and applications.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following team standards and best practices.
  • Analyze application and system behavior using monitoring and logging tools such as Splunk, New Relic, and similar platforms
  • Assist in integrating front-end and back-end components through RESTful APIs.
  • Participate in code reviews, debugging, and testing activities to ensure quality and performance.
  • Learn and apply modern software development practices, including CI/CD, Git-based workflows, and Agile methodologies.
  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, AI code assistants) as part of daily engineering workflows to accelerate development velocity and code quality.
  • Support production systems and assist with troubleshooting under guidance from senior team members.
  • Actively learn the domain to build context for effective contributions.
  • Provide technical support for production applications and services, ensuring system stability, performance, and availability.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

  • Hands-on exposure to Java, Spring Boot, React or Angular, and modern web technologies.
  • Familiarity with databases (SQL/NoSQL) and software development best practices.
  • Strong communication skills and a desire to grow as a full-stack engineer.
  • AI-native mindset — demonstrated willingness to use AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, AI code assistants) as part of everyday engineering practice.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Internship or academic project experience in web application development.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) through coursework or personal projects.
  • Familiarity with containerization concepts (Docker) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Interest in retail, eCommerce, or enterprise technology domains.
  • Experience using AI tools for code generation, debugging, or learning.