Fullstack Developer

Software Engineer – EdTech (PHP)

Experience: 3+ Years

Work Mode: Permanent Work From Home

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled software developer with strong experience in EdTech platforms and education ERP systems. The ideal candidate will have expertise in core PHP/Laravel and database technologies, with hands-on experience in building and scaling education-focused modules such as LMS, online examination systems, admissions, and fee management.

This role focuses on developing scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions for schools, colleges, and online learning platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Education ERP and EdTech platform modules.
• Build and enhance systems for LMS (Learning Management System), online exams, admissions, fee management, HR, and finance.
• Develop and optimize REST APIs/GraphQL services for seamless integration with web and mobile platforms.
• Ensure high performance, scalability, and security for large-scale student and institutional data.
• Work closely with product, QA, and implementation teams to deliver EdTech features.
• Conduct code reviews, maintain coding standards, and mentor junior developers.
• Continuously improve platform capabilities based on EdTech trends and user needs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Core PHP (Laravel Framework).
• Solid experience with MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL (database design & optimization).
• Understanding of EdTech workflows like student lifecycle, course management, and assessments.
• Frontend basics: JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS (React/Vue is a plus).
• Experience with REST APIs, GraphQL, and third-party integrations (payment gateways, SMS, and email services).
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is an advantage.
• Minimum 3+ years of development experience, with at least 2 years in education ERP/EdTech systems.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience working in EdTech companies or education ERP platforms.
• Deep understanding of LMS, online examination systems, admissions, fees, HR, and finance modules.
• Experience handling high-traffic educational platforms (e.g., exam portals, live classes, student dashboards).
• Exposure to scalable architecture for large student/user bases.

About Us

21 Knots is a design, engineering, and consulting firm providing services to the global maritime and oil & gas industry. In an industry constantly evolving due to dynamic regulations, economic fluctuations, and climate change mandates, we strive to deliver cutting-edge solutions with an unwavering commitment to excellence. Our comprehensive services are designed to create value for our esteemed clients while enabling them to achieve their business goals.

The Role

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Software Developer to join our team at 21 Knots. Someone with backend development with a working knowledge of frontend technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of backend frameworks such as Django, FastAPI, or Flask, and familiarity with frontend tools like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and optionally React, Angular, or Vue. You will play a key role in building, maintaining, and optimizing scalable software solutions while collaborating with a team

Responsibilities

• Develop,test, and maintain backend services using Django, FastAPI, or Flask.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs for web and internal tools.
• Work with relational and non-relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Optimize application performance and implement backend security best practices.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, designers, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Support basic frontend development tasks using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Work with modern frontend frameworks like React.js, Angular, or Vue (good to have).

What You’ll Need

Experience:

• 1–4 years of hands-on experience in backend development.
• Exposure to full-stack development environments.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs, databases, and cloud integration is a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Tools & Software Proficiency:

• Proficiency in Django, FastAPI, or Flask.
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Basic knowledge of frontend technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
• Exposure to Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS for responsive UI design.
• Good to have: experience with React, Angular, or Vue.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and Agile/Scrum methodologies is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Understanding of RESTful architecture and secure coding practices.
• Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Job Title: MERN Stack Developer (5+ Years Experience)

Position: MERN Stack Developer

Location: Ahmedabad (On-Site)

Onshore Opportunity

Experience: 5 to 7

Joining: Immediate Joiners Preferred

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and experienced MERN Stack Developer to join our on-site team. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for building and maintaining high-performance web applications using MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable, responsive web applications using the MERN stack
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Integrate APIs and third-party services
• Work closely with UI/UX designers, QA, and product teams
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Debug and resolve technical issues and bugs
• Ensure cross-platform and cross-browser compatibility

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience with the MERN stack
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, ES6+, HTML5, and CSS3
• In-depth experience with React.js (including hooks, Redux, component lifecycle)
• Strong backend development skills using Node.js and Express.js
• Proficient in working with MongoDB, including aggregation, indexing, and schema design
• Experience with RESTful APIs and JSON
• Familiarity with Git and version control workflows
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
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Must-Have Experience

•  5+ years working professionally with the MERN stack
•  Has experience in a team lead role
•  Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3
•  Deep understanding of React.js (Hooks, Redux, lifecycle)
•  Backend development with Node.js & Express.js
•  Strong hands-on with MongoDB (schemas, indexing, aggregation)
•  API integration, Git, version control, and debugging

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with deployment on AWS, Heroku, or similar cloud platforms
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker
• Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha
• Knowledge of agile methodologies

• Fresher can apply
• We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Full Stack Developer Trainee to join our dynamic team.
• As a trainee, you will work under the guidance of senior developers to design, develop, and maintain web applications.
• This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start their career in web development and gain hands-on experience with modern technologies.
• Basic understanding of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with back-end technologies like Node.js, Python, Ruby, Java, or PHP.
• Knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL) and web server technologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and effectively communicate ideas.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

• Day shift
• Monday to Saturady

Work Location: In person

Principal Software Engineer

Opportunity in this role / Why should you join here?

You will enjoy working with us if you are looking to work in a stimulating, flexible, open environment. You will experience ownership and independence at the same time providing technical solutions that work.

You will be part of the madness and thrill of growing the business from scratch. You get to make decisions, fail fast and learn fast. You get to contribute, add value to the organization by thinking like an entrepreneur. You are supported by the best talent in the industry and work with creative teams. You are rewarded as you go on proving yourself.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/Computer Science or related field
• At least 6+ years of experience with at least 4 years of software application design experience
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• A full stack generalist with experience in both front-end and back-end technologies
• Proven experience in high-level programming languages, like Java and Development of scalable Web Applications and Web Services
• Experience in JavaScript frameworks like Angular, React, NodeJS
• Passion for delivering products end-to-end, from ideation to implementation
• Proven experience building complex web applications and micro services
• Strong experience with Spring Boot stack (spring cloud, spring-data)
• Extensive experience in developing and consuming REST APIs
• Experience in PHP is a plus advantage

Responsibilities:

• Participate in design reviews and recommend improvements
• Provide technical guidance in software design and development activities
• Recommend new technologies to ensure quality and improve productivity
• Support in all phases of SDLC and ensure delivery of high-quality products
• Analyse business requirements and design/develop most effective technical solution
• Analyse and troubleshoot application issues in a timely fashion
• Work with other engineers in planning, prioritising and executing assigned tasks within deadlines

x• Work with QA team in preparing test cases and assist in automation

• Mentor other Engineers as and when required
• Assist in maintenances and upgrades of existing software applications
• Assist in risk assessment and mitigation activities.
• Assist in technical audits and make sure to implement audit recommendations.

• Understand platform requirements & coordinate with the development agency for smooth development of our platform
• Make incremental design or developmental changes on the platform on a regular basis
• Ideate & develop new features on our platform
• Conduct regular testing of website performance & fixing bugs (either through agency or by self, whatever applicable)
• Work with UI/UX designer to implement design systems & user experiences

• Proven experience of 2-3 years as a full-stack developer or similar roles
• Experience in developing scalable desktop and mobile applications
• 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)
• Hands on experience with databases (e.g. MySQL, MongoDB), web servers (e.g. Apache)

• You are self-driven, scrappy and entrepreneurial
• You enjoy challenges and are excited to find simple solutions to complex problems
• You put users first
• You're a forever learner
• You want to work in a fast paced (read:messy) startup environment
• You're usually more aware of the hidden hacks & tools of a phone or a computer than most other people
• You like challenges & don't get bogged down by failure easily
• You are firm believer of the quote "if you're not a part of the solution, you're part of the problem"

What you must have: