Software Engineer

A seasoned Full-Stack Software Engineer with a strong track record of delivering complex web applications and a passion for mentoring and leadership. As an experienced member, the incumbent will take a leadership role in designing, developing, and maintaining complex web applications, driving architectural decisions, and mentoring junior and intermediate developers. Key Responsibilities Full-Stack Development: Support the designing of end-to-end design, development, and maintenance of web applications, ensuring they meet high standards for functionality, performance, and user experience. Front-End Development: Create responsive and user-friendly interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Collaborate closely with the design team to maintain a seamless and visually appealing user experience. Back-End Development: Proficient server-side development, including the selection and use of programming languages and frameworks like Node.js, Python, Ruby, Django, etc. Database Management: Design, optimize, and develop database schemas, queries, and interactions using relational and NoSQL databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc. Web Application Frameworks: Utilize specific web application frameworks and libraries to streamline development processes, enhance application functionality, and provide technical leadership. Architecture and System Design: Play a role in supporting architectural decisions, system design, and code reviews to ensure scalable and maintainable software solutions. Version Control: Lead codebase management using Git or other version control systems, establishing best practices for code collaboration and version tracking. Testing and Debugging: Establish testing strategies, develop unit tests, and provide expertise in debugging and optimizing code for performance and reliability. API Integration: Work on integrating APIs and third-party services, focusing on security, scalability, and efficiency. DevOps and Deployment: Implement DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud services to optimize application deployment and scaling. Mentoring and Collaboration: Mentor and collaborate with junior and intermediate developers, contributing to team growth, knowledge sharing, and best practices. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience). 5 years of experience as a Full-Stack Software Engineer, with a track record of delivering complex projects. Expertise in front-end technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and experience with modern front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js. Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Ruby) and expertise in web application frameworks. In-depth knowledge of database systems, including design, optimization, and complex query writing. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with a focus on optimizing application performance. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities. Commitment to staying updated with emerging industry trends and technologies. Experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices architecture. Previous mentorship experience within a development team. Preferred Skills Certifications in relevant data engineering, cloud, or advanced analytics technologies. Experience with real-time data processing and streaming technologies. Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with data security and privacy considerations. Tech Stack Core Tech Skills SQL Python Spark (PySpark & SQL) Hadoop Specific Tech Skills AWS Dev Cert Postgres NextJS Typescript NodeJS Amplify AWS S3 AWS Lambda AWS Redshift (Serverless, including Redshift Spectrum) AWS EMR AWS Step Functions AWS EventBridge Rules & Pipes AWS Glue AWS SQS AWS SNS AWS API Gateway AWS Athena AWS VPC AWS KMS AWS Secrets Manager io tables (Open table format) Unity Catalog (Open Catalog of Tables, Views, Functions, Models) Dynamo DB Developer/Productivity Tools AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) Docker (for Dev Containers) Azure DevOps Xray JIRA Confluence (Wiki) Draw.io