Founding Full Stack engineer

We are a software development company. We have primarily worked with enterprises and startups who often wants to build a product from scratch. Our mission is to build software with solid foundations, addressing the primary concerns of startup founders when working with agencies. We believe in prioritizing maintainability, simplicity, and the Open-Closed Principle for long-term value.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team and play a key role in building software with solid engineering foundations. You will be involved in all stages of the development process, from identifying business entities and defining their behaviors, to implementing clean and maintainable code using object-oriented programming principles.

Responsibilities:

1. Harness your React/Python/TypeScript mastery to craft high-performing applications that delight our global audience.

2. Champion automated tests like a knight in shining armor. If your code was a ship, your tests would be the lighthouse guiding it to safety.

3. Employ your object-oriented programming prowess to sculpt code that's as efficient as it is elegant.

4. Debug with the precision of a Swiss watchmaker. We believe the devil is in the details, and your keen eye will keep those pesky bugs at bay.

5. Push your changes to production and proactively monitor product to ensure value is delivered.

6. Help your peers by reviewing their PRs and design documents.

7. Help the company by recruiting amazing team members, like yourself.

About You:

1. You write Javascript using Typescript and use Object Oriented Programming paradigms to build software.

2. You have shipped products to production using Python, React and other relevant technologies.

3. You don't ship code without writing automated test coverage.

4. You practice "broken window theory" during software development on day to day basis.

5. You are good at communication and bring clarity to communication.

6. B.Tech in CS/EE/ECE is a plus.

Perks and Benefits:

1. Work remotely, anywhere in the world! Ditch the commute, embrace flexibility.

2. Comprehensive health insurance - spouse, kids, parents (pre-conditions!), 24/7 remote doctors.

3. Generous PTO (12 paid, 6 sick) + national/regional holidays + paid parental leave.

4. Annual off-sites - fully funded team trips, work and fun combined!

5. Drive initiatives from scratch, solve real challenges, maximize your career value.

6. Supportive, results-oriented team. Learn, grow, be your best.

About the job

Whirldata Inc. is an AI/Data Sciences/App Dev company established in 2017 to provide management and technology consulting services to small and medium enterprises across the globe. We are headquartered in California and our team works out of Chennai. The specific focus is on

1. Helping clients identify areas where Data Sciences and AI-based approaches can increase revenues, decrease costs or enhance customer engagement experience
2. Help clients translate business needs into process flows for exploratory and cutting-edge applications
3. Provide appropriate and targeted solutions that can achieve the planned objective

Whirldatas management team consists of individuals with a combined 45+ years of management and technology consulting experience, spanning multiple verticals such as finance, energy, retail, manufacturing and supply chain/logistics. Please look up our website and go through the blogs/videos/articles to find out more about us.

Working Philosophy

Whirldata works on the principle that, larger business goals come first and any technology-intensive solutions need to support necessary business goals. Hence all engagements start as a management consulting exercise and solution building follows after a thorough understanding of business needs.At Whirldata, we put our minds together, mix technology, art & math to deliver a viable, scalable and affordable business solution. We are passionate about what we do because we know that our work has the power to improve businesses. You can join our team working at the forefront of new technology, solving the challenges that impact both the front-end and back-end architectures, and ultimately, delivering amazing global user experiences.

Who we are looking for:

Full Stack Engineer (Position based in Chennai)

The following criteria are mandatory requirements and we strongly encourage that you apply only if you meet all these criteria:

1. Minimum 3 years of work experience

2. Proven capability to understand clients business needs

3. At least one demonstrable stint of architecting a database from scratch

4. Multiple programming language capabilities a must. In-depth knowledge of at least one programming language

5. Willingness to wear multiple hats depending on our business needs will be a priority

6. At least 2 years of hands-on experience in front-end development

7. Knowledge of current tools, platforms and languages an absolute must

8. Hands-on experience in cloud technologies and project management capabilities will be considered favourably

What do you get in return

• AI, Data Sciences and App dev require individuals who are both business and tech-savvy. We will turn you into one and make you a rockstar!
• You will get to work in an environment where your effort helps the customer and you will get to see it
• We will provide on-the-job training that will make you a doer and not a talker on data sciences, AI and app dev
• Opportunities to shine and pave your own way forward. We are good at identifying your talents and providing a platform where you will get immense satisfaction from demonstrating the same.
• Of course - we will pay you well too!

If you are interested - please apply with a small note with your thoughts on why you find this opportunity exciting and why you are willing to consider a move.

Position name : Full Stack Developer

Job location : Bangalore

Mandatory Skills : NodeJS, Typescript, Javascript, MySQL, VueJS

Job Requirements :

Must have strong and up-to-date knowledge of NodeJS and class-based programming.

Professional experience building single page applications using React, Vue.js.

Must have strong and up-to-date knowledge of JavaScript ES6 and higher.

You can make a solid relational data model and have a deep knowledge of SQL and MySQL.

You have a good understanding of HTTP and know how to make a reliable and modern web API (REST).

Should have worked on at least one large complex web application.

You Should know how to write clean and flexible object-oriented code.

You must have a good understanding of sync programming concepts.

You Should work daily with tools like Git, NPM, Composer and a proper IDE.

You Should able to deliver POCs, experiments and technology evaluations following design thinking practices.

Should have experience in writing the clean code and a pragmatic program.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Building a website based on the given requirements and ensure it’s successfully deployed
• Responsible for designing, planning, and testing new web pages and site features
• A propensity for brainstorming and coming up with solutions to open-ended problems
• Work closely with other teams, and project managers, to understand all stakeholders’ requirements and ensure that all specifications and requirements are met in final development
• Troubleshoot and solve problems related to website functionality
• Takes ownership of initiatives and drives them to completion.
• Desire to learn and dive deep into new technologies on the job, especially around modern data storage and streaming open source systems
• Responsible for creating, optimizing, and managing REST APIs
• Create website content and enhance website usability and visibility
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and testing for mobile responsiveness
• Ability to integrate payment processing and search functionality software solutions
• Stay up-to-date with technological advancements and the latest coding practices
• Collaborate with the team of designers, content managers, and developers to determine site goals, functionality, and layout
• Monitor website traffic and overall system’s health with Google analytics to ensure high GTmetrix score
• Build the front-end of applications through appealing visual design
• Design client-side and server-side architecture
• Develop server-side logic and APIs that integrate with front-end applications.
• Architect and design complex database structures and data models.
• Develop and implement backend systems to support scalable and high-performance web applications.
• Create automated tests to ensure system stability and performance.
• Ensure security and data privacy measures are maintained throughout the development process.
• Maintain an up-to-date changelog for all new, updated, and fixed changes.
• Ability to document and manage all the software design, requirements, reusable & transferable code, and other technical aspects of the project.
• Create and convert storyboards and wireframes into high-quality full-stack code
• Write, execute, and maintain clean, reusable, and scalable code
• Design and implement low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications
• Implement security and data protection
• Ensure code that is platform and device-agnostic

EDUCATION & SKILLS REQUIREMENT

• B.Tech. / BE / MS degree in Computer Science or Information Technology
• Expertise in MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js)
• Should have prior working experience of at least 3 years as web developer or full stack developer
• Should have done projects in e-commerce or have preferably worked with companies operating in e-commerce
• Should have expert-level knowledge in implementing frontend technologies
• Should have worked in creating backend and have deep understanding of frameworks
• Experience in the complete product development life cycle
• Hands-on experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JQuery, JSON, PHP, XML
• Proficiency in databases, including analytical (e.g., mySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Redis, Hive, Elastic etc.)
• Knowledge of architecting or implementing search APIs
• Great understanding of data modeling and RESTful APIs
• Strong knowledge of CS fundamentals, data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
• Strong analytical, consultative, and communication skills
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft office tools : excel, word, powerpoint etc.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Experience with responsive and adaptive design (Web, Mobile & App)
• Should be a self starter and have ability to work without being supervised
• Excellent debugging and optimization skills
• Experience building high throughput/low latency systems.
• Knowledge of big data systems such as Cassandra, Elastic, Kafka, Kubernetes, and Docker
• Should be willing to be a part of a small team and working in fast-paced environment
• Should be highly passionate about building products that create a significant impact.
• Should have experience in user experience design, website optimization techniques and different PIM tools

Essential Job Functions:

1. Implement application components and systems according to department standards and guidelines.
2. Work with product and designers to translate requirements into accurate representations for the web.
3. Analyze, design, code, debug, and test business applications.
4. Code reviews in accordance with team processes/standards.
5. Understand and work with data in varying degrees of complexity and scale.
6. Responsible for planning, processing and performing all jobs in an efficient manner.
7. Provide assistance to testers and support personnel as needed to determine system problems.
8. Resolve problems involved with integrating new technologies with systems.

* Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.  The function is considered essential if the reason the position exists is to perform that function.

Supportive Job Functions:

1. Remain knowledgeable of new emerging technologies and their impact on internal systems.
2. Available to work on call when needed.
3. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management.

*These tasks do not meet the Americans with Disabilities Act definition of essential job functions and usually equal 5% or less of time spent.  However, these tasks still constitute important performance aspects of the job.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

1. Experience using Python, JavaScript, and React.
2. Experience with web services and RESTful APIs.
3. Experience in cloud infrastructure
4. Experience with Sql and NoSql databases
5. Familiarity with modern CI/CD methods
6. Ability to organize, prioritize, and handle multiple assignments on a daily basis.
7. Strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills
8. Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients and staff.
9. Must be able to work flexible hours on-site and remote.
10. Must be able to coordinate with other staff and provide technological leadership.
11. Ability to work in a complex, dynamic team environment with minimal supervision.
12. Must possess good organizational skills.

Education, Experience, and Certification:

1. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred (Computer Science, Engineer, etc.), but equivalent work experience in a technology related area may substitute.
2. 5+ years relevant experience, required. *
3. Experience using version control daily in a developer environment.
4. Experience with Python, JavaScript, and React is required.
5. Experience using rapid development frameworks like Django or Flask.
6. Experience using front end build tools.

• Primary responsibility is to take up product development as a full stack developer and ability to work with the larger product team, arrive at best architectural approach, choose most appropriate frameworks, code and deliver
• Shown success as an individual contributor. Should have consistently demonstrated ability and commitment to deliver major initiatives in a timely manner
• Embrace good development practices including design specification, coding standards, unit testing and code reviews
• A self­starter, who loves to take on hard problems, loves solving service scalability problems, enjoys breaking things and enthusiastic to learn new technologies and working in startup environments