Hirebound

To be successful in this role, you should possess

• Collaborate closely with Product Management and Engineering leadership to devise and build the

right solution.

• Participate in Design discussions and brainstorming sessions to select, integrate, and maintain Big

Data tools and frameworks required to solve Big Data problems at scale.

• Design and implement systems to cleanse, process, and analyze large data sets using distributed

processing tools like Akka and Spark.

• Understanding and critically reviewing existing data pipelines, and coming up with ideas in

collaboration with Technical Leaders and Architects to improve upon current bottlenecks

• Take initiatives, and show the drive to pick up new stuff proactively, and work as a Senior

Individual contributor on the multiple products and features we have.

• 3+ years of experience in developing highly scalable Big Data pipelines.

• In-depth understanding of the Big Data ecosystem including processing frameworks like Spark,

Akka, Storm, and Hadoop, and the file types they deal with.

• Experience with ETL and Data pipeline tools like Apache NiFi, Airflow etc.

• Excellent coding skills in Java or Scala, including the understanding to apply appropriate Design

Patterns when required.

• Experience with Git and build tools like Gradle/Maven/SBT.

• Strong understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, algorithms, profiling, and

optimization.

• Have elegant, readable, maintainable and extensible code style.

You are someone who would easily be able to

• Work closely with the US and India engineering teams to help build the Java/Scala based data

pipelines

• Lead the India engineering team in technical excellence and ownership of critical modules; own

the development of new modules and features

• Troubleshoot live production server issues.

• Handle client coordination and be able to work as a part of a team, be able to contribute

independently and drive the team to exceptional contributions with minimal team supervision

• Follow Agile methodology, JIRA for work planning, issue management/tracking

Additional Project/Soft Skills:

• Should be able to work independently with India & US based team members.

• Strong verbal and written communication with ability to articulate problems and solutions over phone and emails.

• Strong sense of urgency, with a passion for accuracy and timeliness.

• Ability to work calmly in high pressure situations and manage multiple projects/tasks.

• Ability to work independently and possess superior skills in issue resolution.

• Should have the passion to learn and implement, analyze and troubleshoot issues

What You’ll Do

• Own the QA function end-to-end: from test strategy to UAT definition, release readiness, and post-release health.
• Collaborate early with Product and Design to clarify requirements, foresee edge cases, and co-define testable outcomes.
• Define and drive UAT: Create business-aligned acceptance criteria and ensure features meet real-world use cases.
• Build a quality feedback loop that incorporates exploratory, automated, and regression testing seamlessly into CI/CD.
• Act as the guardian of the release, balancing release velocity with confidence in quality.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of QA engineers (manual + automation) to think like product owners and not just bug reporters.
• Champion QA as a design + product-first mindset, not just a gate at the end of development.

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years in QA, with at least 2 years in a leadership or decision-making role at a SaaS or startup company.
• Proven experience in owning QA strategy for web or mobile platforms with real users and frequent releases.
• Strong ability to define UAT plans and align with product/UX for customer-centric validation.
• Experience setting up and scaling QA processes that work within agile teams (Jira, CI/CD, post-release monitoring).
• Confidence in influencing cross-functional teams and pushing back with data when needed.
• Excellent communication written, verbal, and cross-functional.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with automation tools (Cypress, Playwright, Postman, etc.)
• Exposure to microservices architecture and API-first testing.
• Experience in tools like BrowserStack, TestRail, Sentry, Mixpanel for QA coverage and monitoring.

Why Join Us?

• You'll have a seat at the table for product and release planning, not just QA sign-off.
• Work closely with founders and senior leadership in shaping product quality.
• Build and mentor a QA culture that’s respected, not an afterthought.
• Be part of a mission-driven team solving meaningful problems at scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Involve in the Design And Development Of Scalable Backend Applications Using Java (Spring Boot).
• Mentor And Guide A Team Of Developers To Ensure High-Quality Deliverables.
• Take Ownership Of Solution Architecture, Coding Standards, And Design Patterns.
• Develop And Manage Restful Apis And Integrate Third-Party Services.
• Collaborate With Front-End Teams, Qa, And Stakeholders To Align Technical Implementation With Business Goals.
• Oversee Deployments In Hybrid Cloud Environments In Coordination With Devops Teams.
• Conduct Code Reviews, Lead Design Discussions, And Manage Agile Development Processes (Scrum/Kanban).
• Monitor Application Performance And Drive Improvements Proactively.
• Troubleshoot And Resolve Complex Software Issues Across Systems And Services.

Required Skills:

• 6+ Years Of Professional Experience In Java Development.
• Strong Hands-On Expertise In Spring Boot And Microservices Architecture.
• Working Knowledge Of Node.Js And Javascript/Typescript.
• Experience With Rest Apis, Sql/Nosql Databases (Mysql, Postgresql, Mongodb).
• Familiar With Ci/Cd Pipelines, Git, And Modern Devops Practices.
• Proven Ability To Lead Distributed Teams And Manage Deliverables In A Remote/Hybrid Work Setup.
• Strong Communication, Leadership, And Problem-Solving Skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Managing and maintaining the efficient functioning of containerized applications and systems within an organization
• Design, implement, and manage scalable Kubernetes clusters in cloud or on-premise environments
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate infrastructure and application deployments, and track all automation processes
• Implement workload automation using configuration management tools, as well as infrastructure as code (IaC) approaches for resource provisioning
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize the performance of Kubernetes clusters and underlying cloud infrastructure
• Ensure high availability, security, and scalability of infrastructure through automation and best practices
• Establish and enforce cloud security standards, policies, and procedures Work agile technologies
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Primary Requirements:

• Kubernetes: Proven experience in managing Kubernetes clusters (min. 2-3 years)
• Linux/Unix: Proficiency in administering complex Linux infrastructures and services
• Infrastructure as Code: Hands-on experience with CM tools like Ansible, as well as the 
• knowledge of resource provisioning with Terraform or other Cloud-based utilities
• CI/CD Pipelines: Expertise in building and monitoring complex CI/CD pipelines to 
• manage the build, test, packaging, containerization and release processes of software
• Scripting & Automation: Strong scripting and process automation skills in Bash, Python
• Monitoring Tools: Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
• Version Control: Proficient with Git and familiar with GitOps workflows.
• Security: Strong understanding of security best practices in cloud and containerized 
• environments.

Skills/Traits that would be an advantage:

• Kubernetes administration experience, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Kubernetes development experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Founding Engineer to join our innovative team in Mumbai. This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape our technology and product direction, leveraging your expertise in full-stack development using React.js, Node.js, and MySQL.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement user-friendly frontend applications using React to enhance user experience.
• Develop robust server-side applications and APIs with Node.js to support our business logic and data processing needs.
• Manage and optimize MySQL databases, ensuring data integrity and performance while querying and updating data.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product management and UX/UI to deliver cohesive product features.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices in software development, maintaining high-quality code.
• Assist in troubleshooting and debugging issues across the stack, ensuring a smooth operation of our applications.
• Contribute to the architecture and roadmap of our technology platform, helping to define future iterations based on user feedback.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1 to 4 years of experience in full-stack development with a focus on React.js, Node.js, and MySQL.
• Strong understanding of web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks.
• Proficient in database management and design, particularly in MySQL.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Passion for building innovative and scalable applications that meet user needs.

Key Responsibilities 

Product & UI/UX Design: 

• Own end-to-end design of product experiences - flows, wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and final UI, 

• Create intuitive, accessible, and visually compelling interfaces for web and mobile platforms. 

• Work cross-functionally with product managers and engineers to bring features from idea to launch. Maintain and evolve a scalable design system and component library.

Brand Identity & Visual Design: Define and refine companie’s visual identity - logos, colors, typography, and brand guidelines. Ensure consistency across all brand touchpoints, including product, web, and marketing.

Marketing Collateral: Design assets for social media, performance ads, email campaigns, blog illustrations, and investor decks.

Requirements: 

• Experience: 4+ years in UI/UX design with a strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end product design and visual storytelling. 

• Education: Degree in design, visual communication, or a related field. 

• Design Foundations: Solid grasp of design principles, layout, typography, color theory, and accessibility. 

• Tools: Proficient in Figma (mandatory), Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects etc.) and Framer (optional) 

• Prior experience in financial products or complex dashboards is a strong plus. 

• Self-starter, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and able to work methodically in a fast-paced environment.

About the company:

Combining cutting-edge ML models with expert human expertise, our client provides personalized financial planning to help you achieve your goals. Whether you're building wealth, optimizing taxes, planning for retirement, or leaving a legacy, Alphanso empowers you to plan smarter for your future goals.