Founding Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled React Native Developer with a strong background in the MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) stack to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of professional experience and a proven track record of developing robust, scalable mobile applications using React Native. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects and significantly contribute to the growth and success of our startup.

Key Responsibilities

●     Develop High-Quality Mobile Applications: Create user-friendly mobile applications using React Native, ensuring high performance and responsiveness.

●     Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to define, design, and deliver new features.

●     Maintain Clean and Efficient Code: Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following industry best practices and coding standards.

●     Optimize Application Performance: Enhance application performance for speed and scalability.

●     Participate in Code Reviews: Engage in code reviews, discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions to improve team output and code quality.

●     Troubleshoot and Debug: Identify and resolve application issues to ensure smooth functionality.

●     Stay Updated with Trends: Keep abreast of emerging technologies and trends in mobile development to incorporate best practices.

Requirements

●     MERN Stack Proficiency: Strong expertise in MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js.

●     RESTful APIs and Web Services: Solid understanding and experience in integrating RESTful APIs and web services.

●     Version Control Systems: Proficient with Git for version control.

●     Mobile UI/UX Design Principles: Knowledge of best practices in mobile UI/UX design.

●     Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

●     Team and Independent Work: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced startup environment.

●     Communication and Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.

Nice to Have

●     GraphQL: Familiarity with GraphQL for efficient data fetching.

●     Cloud Services: Knowledge of cloud services such as AWS or Firebase.

Job Summary:

Senior React Native developer will be responsible for developing, designing and maintaining the core framework of mobile applications for our platform. This includes tasks such as creating and implementing new features, troubleshooting and debugging any issues, optimizing the performance of the app, collaborating with cross-functional teams and staying current with the latest advancements in React Native and mobile app development. We are looking for exceptional candidates who have an in-depth understanding of React, JavaScript and TypeScript, can create pixel-perfect UI and are obsessed with creating the best experiences for end users.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Architect and build performant mobile applications on both iOS and Android platforms using React Native.
2. Work with squad leaders and other managers to provide technical consultation and assist in defining the scope and sizing of work.
3. Maintain compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, ISO 13485, and Cyber Essentials that Avegen adheres to.
4. Lead configuration of our platform HealthMachine™ in line with functional specifications and development of platform modules with a focus on quality and performance.
5. Write well-documented, clean Javascript/TypeScript code to build reusable components in the platform.
6. Maintain code, write automated tests and assist DevOps in CI/CD to ensure the product is of the highest quality.
7. Lead by example in best practices for software design and quality. You will stay current with tools and technologies to seek out the best needed for the job.
8. Train team members on software design principles and emerging technologies by taking regular engineering workshops.

Requirements

1. Hands-on experience working in a product company developing consumer-facing mobile apps that are deployed and currently in use in production. He/she must have at least 3 mobile apps live in Apple App Store/Google Play Store.
2. Proven ability to mentor junior engineers to realize a delivery goal.
3. Solid attention to detail, problem-solving and analytical skills & excellent troubleshooting skills.
4. 4+ years’ experience working as a mobile developer in React Native.
5. In-depth understanding of React and its ecosystem with the latest features.
6. Experience in writing modular, reusable custom JavaScript/TypeScript modules that scale well for high-volume applications.
7. Strong familiarity with native development tools such as Xcode and Android Studio.
8. A positive, “can do” attitude who isn’t afraid to lead the complex React Native implementations.
9. Experience in building mobile apps with intensive server communication (REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets etc.).
10. Self-starter, able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities.
11. Excellent command of version control systems like Git.
12. Working in Agile/SCRUM methodology, understanding of the application life cycle and experience working on project management tools like Atlassian JIRA.
13. Good command of the Unix operating system and understanding of cloud computing platforms like AWS, GCP, Azure etc.
14. Hands-on experience in database technologies including RDBMS and NoSQL and a firm grasp of data models and ER diagrams.
15. Open source contributions and experience developing your own React Native wrappers for native functionality a plus.

• Programming, developing, website coding, and producing data-driven web applications, and websites using WordPress and WooCommerce
• Collaborate with designers, developers, and project managers on client projects
• Consult with clients as needed
• Contribute to the development of the misc. company special projects
• Manage your own time & development between multiple projects & clients to meet deliverables
• Follow and contribute to our internal standards
• Keep up on the latest trends and best practices in web development
• Other duties as assigned

• Excellent knowledge of HTML5/XHTML, XML, AJAX, JavaScript/jQuery, CSS3
• Excellent knowledge of WooCommerce and WordPress
• Strong understanding and experience with SASS
• Experience with responsive design without dependence on frameworks
• The ability to translate PSDs and other assets created by design team into cohesive websites
• Strong sense of visual design
• An understanding of front-end optimization techniques
• Knowledge of usability / user experience design is a plus
• Experience maintaining version control using Git

• Strong experience with custom WordPress theme development, including accommodating full user editability, complex layouts, and plugins that require theme customization – we don’t work with prebuilt themes so it is important to have the ability to create complex setups from scratch
• Experience creating custom themes for use with WooCommerce
• Familiarity with various commonplace and proven plugins such as: Advanced Custom Fields, Gravity Forms, The Events Calendar, s2Member, BuddyPress
• Experience with creating custom WordPress plugins is a plus
• Thorough understanding of custom post types and taxonomies
• Working knowledge of basic PHP and MySQL
• An understanding of programming security best practices
• Familiarity with issues in web design & development and accessibility is a plus
• Familiarity with using command line tools on Linux servers is a plus
• Familiarity with using git for source control is a plus
• Involvement in the open source community is a plus

• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role with 2+ years of experience.
• Experience developing desktop and mobile applications
• Strong knowledge of at least one back-end languages (preferably Python/Ruby/ Node.js) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React)
• Familiarity with databases (e.g. MySQL, MongoDB), web servers (e.g. Apache) and UI/UX design
• Database design and management, including being up on the latest practices and associated versions
• For us, security is of utmost importance - You understand security concepts deeply and write code to protect us and our users.
• Should be able to architect robust Restful APIs
• Proactive, Strong Result orientation (propose solutions based on product capabilities) and Creativity.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the product development life cycles.
• Good verbal and written communication skills (Advanced English)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Roles and Responsibilities

• Quick learner with a great attitude and should be willing to learn new technology. Basic knowledge in HTML, JavaScript, C or any other coding language
• Good in Communication and having excellent professional values.

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Who you are

• You have 2 - 7 years experience. 
• You love the buzz of a highly productive and fast moving team. 
• You have a github profile that you want to show off. 
• You love coding and look forward to taking on complex, abstract features. 
• You don't care about front end, backend kinda titles. You like working anywhere in the "stack". 
• You are looking to grow fast with a company that's on a rapid growth path.

What will excite us

• Previous startup experience or experience being part of early teams.
• Experience with the Django & Python universe. 
• Experience with both Relational and NoSQL DBs. 
• Competitive Programming experience. 
• A keen desire to problem solve, brainstorm and debate during the interview. 

What will excite you

• Complete ownership
• Experiment, fail and learn.
• High pedigree, high caliber team. 
• Contribute to every area of our business. Have a real impact with your work. 
• Top of the line compensation.

Our interview process is designed to help you show the best version of yourself. Once your candidature is finalized, we'll send you a short video explaining the interview process.

Look forward to speaking with you soon!

Responsibilities 

- Responsible to translate the design wireframe to WordPress/Opencart/Ecommerce frameworks with the help of Component, Plugins and modules.

- Knowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g. HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery)

- Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js)

- Responsible for handling WordPress and its components / plugins upgrade , customization / creation of web application and portal development independently.

- Should have a strong understanding of Logic and Data Structure.

- Passion for best design and coding practices and a desire to develop new bold ideas.

- Code and modify custom applications using CMS Platforms.

- Responsible for both back - end and front - end development , including Modifying WordPress themes and plugins.

- Strong MySQL database skills.

- Comfortable working with front - end technologies (HTML , CSS , Jquery , JavaScript)

- Experience of CMS like Wordpress , Opencart , Magento.

- The candidate should have a strong understanding of industry trends and content management systems.

- Experience with responsive and adaptive design is strongly preferred.

- Also , an understanding of the entire web development process , including design , development , and deployment is preferred.

- Having experience of WooCommerce Customization , WooCommerce develops / modify add - ons , WooCommerce API , Wordpress / WooCommerce Webhooks , WooCommerce Payment Gateway development and Wordpress API.