Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer or Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team in building scalable and high-performance applications. This role requires a strong technical leader with a proven track record in project delivery and team management.

Key Responsibilities and Impact

Technical Leadership:

• Architecture & Performance: Design and oversee application architecture with performance-focused non-functional requirements.
• Front-End Development: Develop and maintain front-end functionality, ensuring high-quality code.
• Technology Adoption: Drive adoption of TypeScript and Node.js solutions in front-end/backend integrations.
• Scalability & Reliability: Leverage Kubernetes and infrastructure tools to ensure scalability and reliability.
• Monitoring & Logging: Implement and optimize monitoring and logging pipelines for real-time system insights.
• Micro-Frontend Architecture: Design and manage micro-frontend architectures for modular, scalable applications.
• Database & Caching: Utilize SQL and NoSQL databases efficiently and integrate caching strategies using Redis.
• Message Queues: Integrate message queue systems like Kafka and RabbitMQ for scalable and reliable communication.
• Code Reviews & Quality: Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback, driving adoption of engineering best practices.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor and improve team KPIs, identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.

Team and Project Management:

• Technical Task Management: Translate high-level requirements into actionable technical tasks.
• Agile Development: Define sprint goals, establish priorities, and manage task assignments using agile tools.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure deliverables meet standards.
• CI/CD Implementation: Implement and monitor CI/CD pipelines.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate technical risks.
• Infrastructure Management: Oversee infrastructure needs, including resource allocation.
• Process Improvement: Conduct retrospectives and post-mortem analyses.

Leadership and Mentorship:

• Team Building: Build and lead a high-performing engineering team.
• Performance Management: Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and create development plans.
• Mentorship & Development: Mentor team members to support their professional growth.
• Inclusive Environment: Promote an inclusive, supportive work environment.

Essential Professional Experience

• Engineering Experience: 3–5+ years in engineering, with senior leadership experience for advanced roles.
• Project & Team Management: Proven track record of project delivery and team management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Node.js, OOP principles, and RESTful API integration.
• Containerization: Experience with Kubernetes.
• Monitoring & Logging: Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
• Security: Knowledge of SSO and API gateways.
• Networking: Basic understanding of networking concepts.
• Databases & Caching: Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and Redis.
• CI/CD & Debugging: Familiarity with CI/CD environments, debugging, and optimization.
• Micro-Frontend Architecture (Preferred): Experience with micro-frontend architecture.
• DevOps/SRE: Familiarity with DevOps and SRE principles.
• Other Languages (Plus): Experience with Java or Golang.
• Message Queues: Knowledge of Kafka and RabbitMQ.
• Agile & Quality: Expertise in agile methodologies, lean processes, and quality standards.
• KPIs/OKRs: Understanding and application of KPIs/OKRs.
• Risk Mitigation: Ability to identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Desirable Skills and Personal Features

• Attention to Detail: Attention to detail, positive attitude, and adaptability.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong communication, collaboration, and conflict management skills.
• Mentorship: Experience mentoring and developing team members.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusivity.