Full Stack Developer

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Python Developer with some experience in Laravel to spearhead our offshore team, in managing a large-scale USA-based product platform.

As a Senior Python Developer, you will primarily focus on building efficient data-driven applications and robust web scraping solutions. You will leverage your experience with the Scrapy framework for large-scale data collection and processing. While Python is the primary language, some experience in Laravel will be essential to contribute to PHP-based projects, allowing for full-stack support when needed.

This role requires a proactive, resourceful developer who can think on their feet and efficiently tackle complex problems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Scrapy Web Scraping: Develop, optimize, and maintain web scrapers using the Scrapy framework to gather, process, and store data from various online sources.
2. Back-End Development: Design, develop, and implement scalable backend solutions in Python, focusing on reliability, efficiency, and high performance.
3. Laravel Integration (As Needed): Contribute to existing Laravel projects, working with the PHP framework to support API endpoints, and ensure seamless integration with Python-based services.
4. API Development & Integration: Build and integrate RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless communication between applications and external data sources.
5. Data Processing & Storage: Create efficient data processing pipelines and manage SQL/NoSQL databases to store and organize large datasets collected through Scrapy.
6. System Architecture: Work collaboratively with other developers to design scalable, resilient architectures that support data-heavy applications.
7. Continuous Integration & Automation: Use Python to automate tasks, optimize CI/CD workflows, and enhance deployment processes for faster and more reliable releases.
8. Mentorship & Code Review: Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and contribute to maintaining high coding standards and best practices.

Qualifications

Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience in Python development, with a strong focus on web scraping using Scrapy.
• 1-2 years of experience with Laravel (intermediate understanding is acceptable for full-stack support).
• Demonstrated experience with data-driven projects, showcasing resourceful problem-solving abilities.

Technical Skills:

1. Python: Advanced proficiency in Python, particularly with libraries for data manipulation and web scraping.
2. Scrapy Framework: Extensive experience in Scrapy, including creating custom spiders, handling complex data extraction requirements, and working with proxies and data pipelines.
3. Laravel (PHP): Familiarity with Laravel for backend development, including API creation, routing, and MVC structure.
4. Database Management: Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases for efficient data storage and retrieval.
5. API Development: Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and integrating external services.
6. Automation & DevOps: Familiarity with CI/CD tools, Docker, and version control systems (Git).
7. Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• High-Impact Role: Work on projects where your expertise in Scrapy and Python will directly influence our data capabilities and client success.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to learning resources, mentorship, and a supportive environment for continuous professional development.
• Innovative Culture: Join a team that values out-of-the-box thinking, resourcefulness, and efficient problem-solving.

We are a forward-thinking company Hookux seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer to join our team. You will work on a variety of exciting projects that require problem-solving, innovation, and scalability. One such project is, a stock market and crypto investing simulation platform that teaches children financial skills through gamified competition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient front-end and back-end systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Design and implement API endpoints and server-side logic.
• Work closely with the design and product teams to ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Optimize the application for maximum speed and scalability.
• Write well-documented, clean code.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript, with expertise in React.js for front-end development.
• Strong experience with Node.js, Express.js, or other backend technologies.
• Familiarity with database technologies such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Proficient in version control (e.g., Git) and collaboration tools.
• Experience with agile methodologies and continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD).

Bonus Skills:

• Experience with React Native for mobile app development.
• Familiarity with blockchain technology or cryptocurrency-related platforms.
• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of testing frameworks and tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• years of experience in full stack development.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently as well as in a team environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Opportunities for career growth and learning.
• Flexible working hours and remote working options.

About TechWeirdo:

Techweirdo delivers secure enterprise solutions from SaaS to On-Premise, anywhere, from Application to AI. We offer consultation, services and products to holistically address the digital transformation goals of the enterprises.

We are currently hiring a passionate, product-oriented MERN stack engineer to join a collaborative and innovative team to create technologically challenging, visually delightful, and easy-to-use digital products in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, optimize different modules of scalable applications on MERN stack

• Work closely with architects, business analysts, product managers, QA and UI designers to understand the deliverable and business priorities, UX flow and deliver QA approved, unit-testable solutions

• Collaborate with other members of technical team, delegate tasks, participate in code reviews and find out scope of further optimization

• Appear in project interviews, product roadmap discussions, feasibility analysis and sprint retrospective meetings to help in smooth project delivery as per customer expectation and technological excellence.

Skills/ Role Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of Node.js, Express, Microservices, npm packages

• Reactjs (exposure to Typescript is preferred)

• MongoDB, MySQL or any other Sql database

• Ability to write high quality REST APIs in Nodejs and Express

• Ability to create highly scalable and modular components

• Strong knowledge of using ORMs (Sequelize, mongoose)

• Hands-on experience on deploy, monitor, optimize, load-balance large scale nodejs applications on production

• Experience in serverless architecture either lambda or google cloud functions are a plus

• Hands-on experience on Docker, message queue, Redis, AWS managed services are a plus

• Server-side rendering (Nextjs), knowledge of Unix, shell script, deployment, and code sanitization/optimization (Intermediate)

• Have experience in working on large scale enterprise applications

• Strong understanding of coding best practices, error handling, lazy loading, etc.

• Experience in object-oriented design skills.

• An analytical mind and Problem-solving skills

• Open source contribution, active participation in developer communities, publishing own npm packages are plus

Working with TechWeirdo be like:

1. Surrounded by curious learners: With a Growth Mindset as our core strength, we created a learning environment with curious tech learners.

2. New challenges every day: There is no ordinary day at TechWeirdo, if you like solving problems, then this is the right place for you.

3. Zero micro-management, limited supervision: We encourage our team to take on challenging tasks and solve complex problems by taking ownership of their tasks. We trust our team to take calculated risks.

4. Great networking: You will be connected with c-suite executives of top organizations while working with our winning team.

5. Building technology how you want, when you want: We welcome people who see things differently as they are the one who has ability to change the world.

6. Being heard in every meeting: At TechWeirdo, suggestions are encouraged, initiatives are supported, and opinions and perspectives are valued.

You should have

• Degree in Computer Science or relevant field
• Strong knowledge and understanding of JavaScript and TypeScript
• Knowledge of multiple frontend languages and frameworks including HTML, CSS, SCSS, JavaScript and React.
• Knowledge of backend languages and frameworks primarily Node.js
• Familiarity with SQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL)
• Knowledge of Docker, and Kubernetes would be a plus.
• Leadership skills for guiding and mentoring teammates.
• Understanding of CI/CD Concepts
• Awareness of key concepts in DevOps and Agile principles

Perks

• Flexible working hours - employee tracking is never a thing
• A fun and close-knit agile team.
• Open office layout that promotes collaboration, conversation, and camaraderie – the result-oriented team.
• Recreational activities to keep you away from the screen and live, laugh, and enjoy with the team.

• Strong knowledge of PHP for backend work (3+ years’ experience)
• Experience with an MVC framework (CakePHP, Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of Javascript, HTML, CSS and related tools/packages (3+ years’ experience),
• Strong knowledge of MySQL (3+ years’ experience)
• Knowledge of React
• Though not required, experience with Python, Golang, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch.
• Strong English skills (written and verbal)

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, multi-tasker, and demonstrated team-player. You will be a lead developer responsible for the development and management of two of our customer facing websites. You should excel in working with scaling applications and frameworks.

The core skillset required is:

* Wordpress (inbuilt functions, theme and architecture level understanding)

* PHP

* MySQL

* HTML5 / CSS3

* Javascript (and related frameworks/libraries)

* Git

* RESTful APIs

Responsibilities

• Translating designs and functionality into code
• Maintaining dev and live versions of websites
• Writing clean, high-quality, high-performance, maintainable code
• Develop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancements
• Coordinate cross-functionally with external and internal teams
• Support test and deployment of new products and features
• Participate in code reviews

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field)
• 2+ years of relevant work experience
• Expertise in Object Oriented Design, Database Design, and XML Schema
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work

Mentorship and Support

* You will work directly with the Co-Founder of the business who will provide direct mentorship both around development as well as (if interested) help you cultivate business-side skills