Full Stack Developer

About us:

Optimo Capital is a newly established NBFC founded by Prashant Pitti, who is also a co-founder of EaseMyTrip (a billion-dollar listed startup that grew profitably without any funding).

Our mission is to serve the underserved MSME businesses in India with their credit needs. With less than 15% of MSMEs having access to formal credit, we aim to bridge this credit gap by employing a phygital model (physical branches + digital decision-making).

As a technology and data-first company, tech and data enthusiasts play a crucial role in building the infrastructure at Optimo, and help the company thrive.

What we offer:

Join our dynamic startup team as a Full Stack Developer and play a crucial role in web application & API developments, customer journeys, tech integrations, building robust credit risk and underwriting decision engines, cloud infrastructure, and more.

This is an exceptional opportunity to learn, grow, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced startup environment. We believe that the freedom and accountability to make decisions in technology, software, system architecture, and other design aspects bring out the best in you and help us build the best for the company.

This environment will not only offer you a steep learning curve but also allow you to experience the direct impact of your technological contributions. In addition, we offer industry-standard compensation.

What we look for:

We are looking for individuals with strong proficiency in Python, React, and Django. Any experience in a startup, front-end/back-end development, tech-integrations, or open-source contributions will be highly valued.

We focus not only on your skills but also on your attitude and your hunger to learn, grow, lead, and thrive—both as an individual and as part of a team. We encourage taking on challenges, learning new technologies, understanding, building, and implementing them within a short period of time. Your willingness to put in the extra effort to build the best systems will be highly appreciated.

Skills:

Excellent proficiency with the ability to write clean, robust, production-level code. Experience in designing, developing, and maintaining web apps and rule engines is required. At least one year of experience as a developer in any engineering / software-based role is required.

1) Frontend Development

• JavaScript: Strong proficiency in JavaScript, including ES6+ features
• React: Experience building complex user interfaces using React and its ecosystem (e.g., Redux, Context API)
• HTML/CSS: Solid understanding of HTML5 and CSS3 for creating responsive and accessible web pages

2) Backend Development

• Python: Proficiency in Python for server-side development
• Django: Working knowledge in Django, Django Rest Framework
• Flask (or FastAPI): Experience building RESTful APIs using Flask or FastAPI is a plus

3) REST APIs: A strong understanding of APIs is required, along with prior experience in API development or integration. Writing REST APIs from scratch is highly desirable.

4) Databases: A basic understanding of both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases is required. Basic knowledge of database management, optimization, and query design is expected.

5) Git: Proficiency in Git is essential, with experience in branching, merging, pull requests, and conflict resolution. Experience in collaborative projects using Git is highly valued.

6) Good to have: 

• Basic understanding of data pipelines/ETLs, dashboarding, and AWS is beneficial but not required.
• Experience in building WhatsApp chat/flow journeys, Working with maps, and creating data layers (e.g., Google Maps API, Mapbox) is highly valued. (not mandatory)

What you'll be working on:

1. Design and build systems focused on creating straight-through processes for lending (specifically property loans), from customer onboarding to disbursement, with an emphasis on accurate and efficient credit and risk assessment.
2. Take projects from ideation to production, including web applications, rule engines, third-party API integrations, and other technology developments.
3. Take initiative and ownership of engineering projects, ensuring a seamless user experience.
4. Manage and coordinate the cloud infrastructure and application setup, including source code repositories, CI/CD pipelines, servers, and deployments.

Other Requirements:

1. Availability for full-time work in Bangalore. Advantage for immediate joiners.
2. Strong passion for technology and problem-solving.
3. Ability to translate requirements into intuitive interfaces is highly appreciated 
4. At least 1 year of industry experience in a technical role specifically as a developer is a must.
5. Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.

If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey of growth, learning, and innovation, apply now to join our pioneering team in Bangalore.

JD:

Role - Java FullStack Developer

Experience - 5+ Years

Location - Bangalore

Job description

• A Java Full Stack Developer is responsible for designing, developing and maintaining the full stack of an application using Java programming language
• They are expected to have expertise in both front-end and back-end development, as well as the ability to integrate the two
• Key responsibilities include: Design, develop, and maintain both client-side and server-side applications
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Develop and implement RESTful APIs
• Collaborate with other developers to integrate user-facing elements with server side logic
• Test and debug applications
• Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in web development
• Requirements for the role include: Strong experience with Java and Java-based web development frameworks
• Experience in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Angular or React
• Experience with databases (eg, MySQL, MongoDB) and ORM (Object Relational Mapping) frameworks
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies
• Good understanding of RESTful API design
• Ability to write well-documented, reusable, and testable code

As an IT Technical Lead, you will play a crucial role in managing and leading a team of IT professionals. You will be responsible for providing technical guidance, overseeing project execution, and ensuring the successful delivery of IT solutions. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving innovation, implementing best practices, and maintaining a high level of technical excellence within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership: Lead a team of IT professionals, including developers, engineers, and support staff. Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise to ensure team members' growth and success. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.

Technical Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement a strategic technical roadmap aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends, and assess their applicability to the organization's IT infrastructure. Make recommendations for technology adoption or enhancements.

Project Management: Oversee the execution of IT projects, including resource allocation, task assignments, and timelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and ensure successful project delivery. Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and resolve issues as they arise.

Technical Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert in various IT domains, such as software development, infrastructure management, cybersecurity, and data management. Stay informed about industry best practices and provide guidance on technical standards, frameworks, and methodologies. Conduct research and evaluation of new technologies to support business objectives.

Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, product managers, and other IT teams. Effectively communicate technical concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Foster strong relationships with external vendors and partners.

Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Assist in troubleshooting complex technical issues and provide guidance to team members in resolving them. Identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and develop preventive measures to avoid similar issues in the future. Ensure the timely resolution of critical incidents.

Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the IT department by identifying areas for optimization, streamlining processes, and implementing automation where applicable. Promote a culture of innovation, learning, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Proven experience in a technical leadership role, managing and leading a team of IT professionals.

Strong technical background in one or more IT domains, such as software development, infrastructure management, cybersecurity, or data management.

In-depth knowledge of industry best practices, emerging technologies, and trends.

Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, implement process improvements, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Responsibilities 

Design, implementation and delivery of solutions.

Solving new problems and address any issues regarding the architecture and performance. 

Focused on understanding customer needs and anticipate the changing business and technology landscape. 

Collaborate with teams from various verticals within and outside the company.

Qualifications 

2-5 years of Software Engineering experience in Node.js and React. 

Proven experience in architecting performant, complex application on web or mobile applications. 

Knowledge of end to end Software development life cycle.

Ability to work individually or in teams and mentor new developers to the team.

Strong knowledge of computer science, algorithms and design patterns. 

A degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent industry experience.

• Looking for a talented PHP Developer having experience in writing clean PHP code, having additional experience in Python/NodeJs and HTML, CSS, JS
• Someone very good at understanding requirements and developing services & features quickly.
• Good communication skills & team player, who engages with all stakeholders of the project to add clarity for all aspects of the ongoing software development project.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Having good attention to detail & requirements.
• Building software applications in PHP (mostly) and Python/Nodejs api-services.
• Creating web pages using HTML, CSS, JavaScript or VueJs.
• Developing applications using best design and coding practices.
• Writing, maintaining & upgrading middleware & back-end code and building efficient PHP and Python/Nodejs modules & services.
• Troubleshooting application and code issues.
• Integrating code with Databases & data storage solutions.
• Finalizing back-end features and testing web services.
• Updating and altering application features to enhance performance.

Key Requirements :

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• Must have Experience in PHP (Lumen & Laravel).
• Experience in either Python/Nodejs api development.
• Experience with Utils/Standards: REST, Swagger, JSON Schema.
• Experience in Web Page development - HTML, CSS, JS. Knowledge of VueJS will be a plus.
• Experience in creating scalable service-oriented & serverless applications.
• Experience with secure coding.
• Proficient BitBucket and Git.
• Should be experienced in following Agile methodologies. Tools - Jira & Confluence.
• Must have experience in Postgresql, MySql, MongoDB and Redis.
• AWS Services - S3, EC2, RDS, Elastic Cache.
• Good problem solving, decision making and prioritization skills.