Full Stack Developer

The Role

This role is anything but conventional- It is an opportunity to define and execute our plans and make an impact on the development of millions of children.

As our tech lead, you will work closely with the founders to crystallize and own the product roadmap and then, to bring the product vision to life through simple, elegant design & code that delights users.

You will be the key architect of the product and will help the engineering team build and maintain the product across mobile and web. 

You will own development and delivery of the code- including analysis, optimization and debugging.

Key Skills

3-6 years of experience with backend and frontend web-based application development

2+ years of experience with React / Redux + HTML/CSS

2+ years of experience with Python

Have some experience with databases (SQL, MongoDB)

Have created meaningful APIs and models that are flexible and scalable

About You

You will thrive in this role at KinderPass if you:

• Have a passion for our mission to re-imagine child health and development
• Have the drive to be part of building something new - to learn, to work hard, to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of a start-up.
• Enjoy autonomy and flexibility but can work well in a team
• Count Ownership and Reliability as your key strengths
• Can communicate effectively

We are seeking a skilled MERN Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in both front-end and back-end technologies and possess a passion for developing high-quality web applications. As a MERN Full Stack Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust web applications using the MERN stack.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Develop user-facing features using React.js.
• Build reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
• Design and implement responsive user interfaces.
• Develop and maintain server-side architecture using Node.js and Express.js.
• Integrate data storage solutions using MongoDB.
• Implement RESTful APIs and GraphQL for efficient communication between front-end and back-end systems.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the entire stack.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and its modern ES6+ syntax.
• Extensive experience with React.js and its core principles.
• Experience with popular React.js workflows (such as Flux or Redux).
• Solid understanding of server-side development using Node.js and Express.js.
• Experience with NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Knowledge of authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred:

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Mocha).
• Understanding of Agile methodologies.

• Web application development experience in HTML5, CSS3, Javascript (including new ES features), Python
• Hands-on experience in any one of the python-based backend frameworks like Django or Flask or Pyramid along with end to end testing
• Hands-on experience in building high performant React applications
• Hands-on experience working with Object Oriented JavaScript (OOJS), JavaScript libraries and their practical uses in building complex interactive experiences
• Hands-on experience working with TDD in JS with the help of frameworks like Mocha, Chai, Jest, Enzyme, React Testing Library etc.
• In depth knowledge of SQL is a must. SQL Technologies that are desired are MySQL, PostGres, Oracle
• Experience in state management libraries like Redux and MobX
• Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
• Familiarity with various component libraries and design systems
• Proficient in using media queries and CSS frameworks like bootstrap or foundation for implementing responsive web design patterns in the applications
• Knowledge of common JavaScript design patterns
• Experience in owning Code Quality and Code Review processes
• Experience on Node.js is an advantage
• Work "in the trenches" with junior developers to implement large features that wow our clients
• Partner with Managers, Business Analysts, and test analysts to develop realistic implementation plans with a focus on quality, sustainability, and delivering value to our clients
• Stand up for coding best practices that ensure quality products: automated testing, unit testing, agile development, continuous integration, code reviews, and technical design
• Improve technical skills of self and the team
• Research industry trends and web technologies, and promote adoption of best-in-class web tools and technologies
• Understand client business issues and actively participate in designing solutions and features that meet client needs
• Take initiative to advance the quality, responsiveness, architecture, or design of our solution, if you want to make it happen you can.
• Excellent organizational and task management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in global cross-office teams
• Fluency in English is required

Skills

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, including DOM manipulation and the JavaScript object model.
• Expertise in backend programming with Node.js and MongoDB.
• Experience with React.js and redux.
• Material UI and 3rd party libraries.
• Experience with clean code writing practices like avoiding callback hell like promises, async.
• Thorough understanding of Node.js and its core principles.
• Experience with popular React.js workflows (such as Flux or Redux).
• Familiarity with newer specifications of ECMAScript.
• Experience with data structure libraries (e.g., Immutable.js).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token.
• Familiarity with modern front-end builds pipelines and tools.
• A knack for benchmarking and optimization.
• Familiarity with code versioning tools (such as Git, SVN, and Mercurial).

Responsibilities:

• Build Node.js APIs using microservices.
• Rewriting backend code with microservices architecture & Unit tests.
• Developing new user-facing features using React.js.
• Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
• Translating designs and wireframes into high-quality code.
• Optimizing components for maximum performance across a vast array of web-capable devices and browsers.

Hello,

Is your career aspiration to build and scale up Technology products to reach millions of users? Then we are looking for you!

This is with reference to our conversation today. We are looking for great talent like you to help us build the world's largest and only cricket network! 

We are what you wish existed while you were growing up playing cricket! CricHeroes is the world’s largest Cricket Network with 10 million+ users. It helps cricketers score their matches, tournaments, get recognition and improve themselves with data. In the next few years, we are determined to reach 100 million+ grassroots cricketers all around the world. With 70+ District level associations, 20+ BCCI affiliated associations in India, and 30+ ICC-affiliated associations, the app is currently used around the world which includes quite a few test-playing countries as well. 

We are a team of 44 extraordinary members, who are striving to do some great quality work, empowered with freedom and responsibility, keeping in mind “What’s best for CricHeroes''. We live by the culture of openness and candor. To be able to say what you feel with the right intent helps us to grow as an individual and as a company.

Moving on from work-life balance we believe in work-life integration. For matured adults working with us, we don't find a reason to have control over their leaves and holidays. Thus, we have an “Unlimited Leave Policy” and it's working great for us! In addition, we also have flexible work hours and 5 workdays a week. Moreover for anything, we ensure we set the right Context over Control.

To help us grow and increase our Talent Density, we are looking for an All-Rounder Full Stack Developer, who is passionate about scaling up India's one-of-a-kind niche B2C platform and the pulse of the nation - Cricket!

Please find below the details of the job:

This might be a great opportunity for you if

• You are action and result-oriented highly driven person who aspires to be part of a team that is scaling up a successful B2C product.

• You are an analytical problem solver with strong Node.JS knowledge and a passion for teamwork and innovation

• You have hands-on experience in designing and developing applications and object-oriented analysis and design using common design patterns.

What are we looking for, in you?

• You are an ambitious problem solver who is constantly learning and updating yourself with the latest technology and an expert in technology development.

• In-depth knowledge of Node.js and used it for product development in a B2C fast-paced product company for 5-6 years

• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving aptitude

• Attention to details

• You believe in teamwork.

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or Equivalent).

• Mandatory Technical background: Node.js, Javascript, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Angular JS, React JS

• Preferable skills in AWS, Big Data, Analytics, Google Cloud.

What are we looking for, from you?

• You will write well-designed, testable, efficient code.

• You will ensure the code and designs are in compliance with specifications as developed.

• You will prepare and produce releases of software platforms and support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies.

• Work as part of a team developing applications and services using Agile development methods

• Contribute to team and organizational improvements in process and infrastructure

• Build customer-facing UI and back-end services

• Code, test and operate node.js based services

• Effectively use tools and ingenuity to identify and fix defects before they become a problem

• Good Stackoverflow profile is a big plus.

We are made in India by the passionate cricketers for the passionate cricketers of the world!

If you are interested, I will send you details to my team for further screening.