Javascript Senior Software Engineer at Scrums.com.

Position details:

• As a Senior Software Engineer at SovTech, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing web applications using various frameworks and libraries. Your responsibilities will include:
• Play a crucial role in developing and implementing web applications using various frameworks and libraries.
• Technical leadership and expertise: Provide technical leadership and guidance to the software engineering team. Serve as a subject matter expert in web application development, frameworks, and technologies. Architect, design, and implement complex and scalable software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical strategies and ensure successful project execution.
• Full-stack development: Lead the development of end-to-end web applications, encompassing both front-end and back-end technologies. Utilize your expertise in programming languages, frameworks, and databases to build high-quality, performant, and user-friendly applications. Collaborate with designers to create visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces.
• System architecture and design: Architect and design scalable, robust, and maintainable software systems. Define technical requirements and specifications. Conduct code reviews, provide feedback, and enforce coding standards. Drive architectural improvements and optimizations to enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaboration and mentorship: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers. Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical support and fostering their professional growth. Promote a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning within the team.
• Technical innovation and best practices: Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in software engineering. Evaluate and recommend new tools, frameworks, and methodologies to improve development processes and drive technical innovation. Lead initiatives to implement and enforce coding standards, quality assurance practices, and software development best practices.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve complex technical issues that arise during the software development lifecycle. Utilize advanced problem-solving skills to diagnose and address software defects, performance bottlenecks, and system failures. Provide guidance and support to team members in resolving technical challenges.
• Continuous improvement and process optimization: Identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains within the software development lifecycle. Propose and implement solutions to streamline development processes, enhance code quality, and improve overall productivity. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize project delivery timelines and ensure successful outcomes.

Job requirements
Experience

• Seniority Level: Senior Software Engineer 
• To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:
• Education and experience:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in software development, including significant hands-on experience in building and delivering web applications.
• Demonstrated experience in leading software development projects or teams
• Expertise in programming and frameworks:
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or C#.
• Deep knowledge of front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end technologies (Node.js)
• Expertise in database systems 
• System design and architecture:
• Strong understanding of software design principles, architectural patterns, and system scalability.
• Experience in designing and architecting complex, distributed, and highly available systems.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices architecture.
• Quality assurance and testing:
• Proficient in implementing and driving software testing strategies, including unit testing, integration testing, and automated testing.
• Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Strong focus on code quality, performance optimization, and security best practices
• Leadership and collaboration:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in providing technical mentorship, coaching, and guidance to junior engineers.
• Demonstrated ability to drive technical initiatives and influence technical decision-making.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking:
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex issues, propose innovative solutions, and drive problem resolution.
• Critical thinking and ability to make sound judgments in fast-paced environments.
• Continuous learning and innovation:
• Proactive attitude towards learning new technologies, frameworks, and industry trends.
• Passion for innovation, driving process
• Technologies you will be working with 

Programming language: Javascript

• At SovTech, we leverage a range of industry-leading tools to enhance our development process and ensure efficiency. Some of the key tools and technologies you will work with include:
• Frontend
• React v17
• Apollo GraphQL client
• Hosted on AWS ECS docker containers
• Backend
• RedwoodJS framework (TypeScript)
• Node.js runtime
• Hosted on AWS ECS docker containers (Fargate)
• API access controlled on AWS
• Database
• MySQL hosted on AWS RDS (private subnet)
• Prisma ORM for data access
• GraphQL API provides data access
• Infrastructure
• AWS services: RDS, ECS, S3, Route 53, CloudFront, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Security Hub, Certificate Manager
• Load balancing and redundancy
• S3 for file storage
• Route 53 for DNS
• CloudFront CDN
• Monitoring via CloudWatch and CloudTrail
• SSL certificates via Certificate Manager
• Code
• Bitbucket repository
• Bitbucket pipelines for CI/CD
• Deployed to S3 from Bitbucket
• Testing
• Jest for unit testing
• Cypress

Note: The specific technologies you will be working with may vary depending on the specific projects you are assigned to.