Lead Developer

Job Summary

We are looking for a Senior SDET with strong expertise in test automation for modern web and backend systems. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in frontend, backend, and API automation, along with exposure to distributed systems and cloud-native environments. Golang experience is preferred, though Java candidates willing to learn Golang are welcome.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation test frameworks for frontend and backend systems
• Perform frontend automation using Playwright and Selenium
• Develop and execute API automation tests to validate backend services
• Collaborate with developers to understand system architecture and service interactions
• Ensure test coverage across microservices and distributed systems
• Debug and analyze failures across multiple services and environments
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Work closely with DevOps teams to validate deployments in containerized environments

Mandatory Skill Set

• Programming Language: Golang (preferred) or Java (must be willing to learn Golang)
• Frontend Automation: Playwright
• UI Automation: Selenium
• Backend Automation: Strong understanding of backend testing concepts
• API Testing: Hands-on experience with Rest Assured or similar tools
• Strong understanding of API concepts and terminology
• Experience working with distributed systems and microservices
• Containerization: Docker
• Orchestration: Kubernetes
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across services

Good to Have

• Experience in cloud environments
• Exposure to performance or security testing
• Knowledge of test data management and mocking frameworks

We are seeking talented and motivated Full Stack Web Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in front-end, back-end, databases, and cloud deployment. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web applications, working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop responsive front-end applications using modern frameworks (React.js / Angular / Vue.js).
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs / GraphQL services using Node.js, Express, Django, or similar.
• Develop robust back-end systems with focus on performance, scalability, and security.
• Work with databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP).
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and DevOps engineers in an Agile environment.
• Write clean, reusable, and testable code following best practices.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance.

Required Skills

• Front-end: React.js / Angular / Vue.js, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+).
• Back-end: Node.js / Express.js / Django / Spring Boot.
• Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB.
• Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab.
• Cloud Deployment: AWS / Azure / GCP.
• CI/CD basics and DevOps awareness.

Preferred Skills (Good to Have)

• TypeScript for scalable front-end development.
• Experience with Docker / Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture.
• Test automation (Jest, Mocha, Cypress).
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Eligibility

• B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech / MCA / M.Sc (IT/CS).
• 2–5 years of experience as a Full Stack Developer.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

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Roles and Responsibilities:

• Build scalable and loosely coupled services to extend our platform
• Build bulletproof API integrations with third-party APIs for various use cases
• Evolve our Infrastructure and add a few more nines to our overall availability
• Have full autonomy and own your code, and decide on the technologies and tools to deliver as well operate large-scale applications on AWS
• Give back to the open-source community through contributions on code and blog posts
• This is a startup so everything can change as we experiment with more product improvements

Some specific Requirements:

• Atleast 2+ years of Development Experience
• You have prior experience developing and working on consumer-facing web/app products
• Hands-on experience in JavaScript. Exceptions can be made if you’re really good at any other language with experience in building web/app-based tech products
• Expertise in Node.JS and Experience in at least one of the following frameworks - Express.js, Koa.js, Socket.io (http://socket.io/)
• Good knowledge of async programming using Callbacks, Promises, and Async/Await
• Hands-on experience with Frontend codebases using HTML, CSS, and AJAX
• Working knowledge of MongoDB, Redis, MySQL
• Good understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms, and Operating Systems
• You've worked with AWS services in the past and have experience with EC2, ELB, AutoScaling, CloudFront, S3
• Experience with Frontend Stack would be added advantage (HTML, CSS)
• You might not have experience with all the tools that we use but you can learn those given the guidance and resources
• Experience in Vue.js would be plus

Roles and Responsibilities

• Architecting and building server and browser-based systems that integrate with our hardware.
• Creating a great user experience by building both back-end infrastructure and user-facing features.
• Performing code reviews and having your code reviewed by peers.
• Creating technical requirements, software design specifications, and other architectural documentation.
• Work closely with UX/UI designers to translate design concepts into functional user interfaces, ensuring a smooth user experience. 
• Implement security and data protection measures throughout the development process. 
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the entire application stack, from frontend to backend. 
• Optimize application performance and ensure its responsiveness across various devices and browsers, applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Producing software solutions that inherently support testing at multiple levels prior to delivery, including the decomposition of functions, interface-based design, dependency injection, unit testing, test-driven design, service level testing, and supporting user interface automation testing.
• Modifying and creating code to enable successful automated builds, deployment, and testing.
• Effectively leveraging tools and best practices to enable continuous integration and frequent, reliable releases.
• Monitoring system performance to ensure efficient operations and results.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other developers, to gather and understand project requirements.
• Collaborating with DevOps teams to deploy applications and ensure seamless integration with the production environment.
• Designing and developing high-quality, scalable, and efficient web applications using the MERN stack.
• Developing and implementing front-end components using React.js, ensuring a responsive and user-friendly interface.
• Building RESTful APIs and server-side applications using Node.js and Express.js.
• Creating and maintaining databases using MongoDB, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Writing efficient and reusable code while adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Conducting thorough testing and debugging of applications to identify and fix any issues or bugs.
• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior developers, sharing your knowledge and expertise.

Must-Have Skills

• Should have 3-6 years of proven experience as a MEAN/MERN Stack Developer.
• Should have proficient in JavaScript (React/Angular/Vue), with significant experience in Node.js and Express.js.
• Should have extensive experience with React.js and its ecosystem (Redux, React Router, etc.).
• Should have In-depth knowledge of server-side development using Node.js and Express.js.
• Should have experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases, including data modeling and querying.
• Should have a solid understanding of RESTful APIs and experience in building them.
• Should be proficient in MERN Full Stack Developer with CSS modules and theme management, with a strong grip on developing custom components. 
• Should be Skilled in building scalable, user-friendly applications using React.js, Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB.
• Should be proficient in using UI component libraries like MUI and styled-components for efficient and dynamic web design.
• Should be proficient in frontend API caching with React hooks for optimized performance and seamless user experiences.
• Should have familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Should have proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
• Should have experience with AWS cloud services.
• Should have experience with CI/CD technologies.
• Should have familiarity with newer specifications of ECMAScript (a scripting language specification on which JavaScript is based).
• Should have experience with data structure libraries (e.g., Immutable.js).
• Should have proficiency with common front-end development tools such as Babel( Which is a JavaScript compiler that is mainly used to convert ECMAScript 2015+ code into backwards-compatible JavaScript code that can be run by older JavaScript engines.), Webpack (to bundle JavaScript files for usage in a browser,), and NPM (Largest Software Registry (Library)).
• Should have ability to understand and translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Should have familiarity with relational database systems, especially PostgreSQL.
• Should have experience in AWS with lambda functions

Good to Have Skills 

• Should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
• Successful experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Should have excellent relationship and customer handling skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong influencing skills and the ability to build consensus.
• Strong action orientation; ability to make things happen.
• Facilitates team and stakeholder meetings effectively.

We are looking for a Full Stack Developer, to be a core member of our Engineering Team, who is a great problem solver, can learn quickly, and communicate clearly. You like to work in a fast-paced environment, want to own the work, get recognized for it and therefore startup environment excites you.

Responsibilities

• Work on end to end website development including frontend, backend and deployment. Build useful and handy tools in field of Admissions and consultancy
• Work on the core platform for Higher Education Aspirants with respect to admissions, resume building, interview experiences and application for B-Schools
• Build efficient, testable, and reusable modules and components
• REST API development for integration with frontend web components which would be easy to manage and scale
• Accurately understand and translate business and user needs into functional backend or frontend code to build robust features
• Participate in a culture of code reviews, writing tech specs, and collaborating closely with other people
• Writing standalone services with business logic to support automation workflows and integrations
• Support Marketing and Operations team with small tools, scripts or automations across multiple tools

Criteria

Hunger for learning and getting out of comfort zone to build amazing web applications & websites would be enough. Otherwise

• Basic understanding of backend, database and Server technologies
• Knowledge of Frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JS, ReactJS, VueJS)
• Knowledge of atleast one Backend technologies (NodeJS, Python, ROR, GoLang etc)
• Understanding and knowledge of Database technologies (MySQL, MongoDB)
• Clear understanding of RESTful API development standards.
• Creating database schemas that represent and support business processes. Integration of multiple data sources and databases into one system.

About Company

MBA & Beyond is a global admission consulting startup for applicants who dare to question their purpose with a global MBA. We help purpose-driven applicants make it to the top business schools.

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