Node JS Lead

About the role:

We are seeking a highly motivated Principal Engineer with expertise in building scalable, extensible customer payment solutions, identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks, collaborating with other team members across teams to innovate current/new products; Identify, communicate and implement best practices for the engineering team. Our engineering process is fully agile and has a really fast release cycle - which keeps our environment very energetic and fun.

What you will do:

• Architect, design and lead the development of key software infrastructure, systems, tools and processes, ensuring high scalability and performance.
• Collaborate with the product and other stakeholders across the company to solidify/ negotiate requirements and feasibility.
• Identify, influence and participate in making technical decisions that have a positive impact on engineering and business as a whole.
• Problem-solving that involves complex interactions, constraints imposed by systems, processes, people and physical goods.
• Drive automated solutions that enable better efficiency and process improvement
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks, collaborate with other team members across functions to innovate/improve current/new products by suggesting improvements to the software system.
• Identify, communicate and implement best practices for the engineering team.
• You will advocate for good, clean, well documented and performing code; follow standards and best practices.
• As a Principal Engineer, you will be additionally responsible for planning and timelines of all projects in your domain

We would love for you to have:

• Education: Bachelors/Masters in Computer Science
• Experience: 7-10 yrs recent hands-on experience of working on scalable systems and a diverse set of products/systems.
• Experience with Java stack. Hands-on experience with development and troubleshooting of services.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases and Hadoop stack.
• Experience in System Design of complex Supply-Chain e-commerce systems, Algorithm design and their optimization is a huge plus.
• Strong working knowledge of any REST-based framework, OOPS, Design Patterns
• Expert level experience in building fault-tolerant and scalable platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written (technical) communication and able to work across teams like Business, Product, Engineering, Analytics, App Engineering seamlessly.
• Ability to deliver great results in an agile development
• Exposure to open-source libraries and frameworks.
• Experience with the full software development lifecycle, design, develop, review, debug, document, and deliver (especially in a multi-location organization).
• Ability and experience in the evaluation and integration of third-party systems and libraries and independent completion of POC. Prior experience in integrating with 3rd party Payment solution (like Stripe) is a plus.
• Passion for performance benchmarking and debugging

What’s the opportunity?

Are you a backend developer looking to fast-track your learning and growth? Have you looked at world-class products like Asana, Notion, or Airtable, and felt “I wish I were part of the early team that built these products”?

We’re a team that has previously built and rolled out globally successful SaaS products used by tens of thousands of customers. We’re laser-focused on delivering a world-class product again, and looking for an ambitious backend engineer to join our existing team of 9 engineers. 

If it excites you to think of a fast-paced start-up environment, building something big from scratch, breaking down new problems, creating new APIs, working on performance issues, getting hands-on with DevOps initiatives, and showcasing demos of your work every Friday with a happy and passionate team, then this is the right opportunity for you.

Some of the tech problems you get to work on as a backend engineer would be to build the backend for a modern spreadsheet experience from scratch, work on infra as code, write robust code that is fault-tolerant, work on performant code that adheres to SLOs set by the organization.

About you:

● 3- 5 years of experience

● Expertise in the following areas ○ Java ○ HTTP Protocol

● You’ve heard of or worked with some of the following tech stacks/products ○ Spring ○ PostgreSQL ○ Redis ○ Docker ○ Message brokers ○ GitHub

● These non-functional areas are familiar to you ○ Performance ○ Debugging ○ Log management

Nice to have:

● Familiarity with AWS

What’s in it for me?

● Great opportunity: We genuinely care about everyone we hire. You’ll learn new things and grow no matter how experienced you are; you will be working with founders who have more than three decades of collective experience in building significant B2B SaaS startups.

● Great team: Work with a world-class, high-velocity team that truly embodies the values of empathy, curiosity, and customer-centricity. Check out the MTT(Meet The Team) videos on our LinkedIn.

● Great culture: An open, fun, and exciting startup culture that empowers its people to champion big problems with the freedom to think and innovate.

● Growth: You could easily and quickly transition into other roles you might like.

● Impact: You get to be part of a global, passionate team in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment. The team has a work philosophy of being high on ambition, ownership, and a bias for action.

● Monetary rewards and benefits: Competitive stipend, flexible leave policy, and more

Position: Backend Developer - MERN - GraphQL

Location: Surat, Gujarat

Company: Glazer Labs

Overview: As a Backend Developer at Glazer Labs, you will be at the heart of our technical team, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the server-side logic of our engagement platform for the gaming community. Your expertise will ensure the seamless integration of front-end elements, robust performance, and high scalability, contributing to a world-class user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Server-Side Development: Architecture Design: Design and implement scalable and efficient server-side architecture using Node.js and Express.js. Database Management: Develop and maintain databases, ensuring data integrity, security, and optimal performance using MongoDB or other relevant databases. API Development: Create and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs to support various frontend functionalities and third-party integrations.
• Performance Optimization: Scalability: Design and implement solutions to ensure the application can scale efficiently to handle increasing user loads. Load Balancing: Utilise load balancing techniques and tools to distribute traffic effectively across multiple servers. Caching: Implement caching strategies using Redis, Memcached, or similar technologies to enhance application performance and reduce latency.
• Security Implementation: Data Security: Ensure robust security practices, including data encryption, authentication, and authorization mechanisms to protect user data. Vulnerability Management: Regularly conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments, implementing necessary fixes and improvements. Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, such as GDPR, to maintain user trust and legal integrity.
• Integration and Collaboration: Third-Party Integrations: Integrate third-party services and APIs, such as payment gateways, social media platforms, and analytics tools. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with frontend developers, mobile app developers, product managers, and UX/UI designers to ensure seamless integration and functionality. DevOps Collaboration: Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate deployment processes, monitor server performance, and implement CI/CD pipelines.
• Code Quality and Best Practices: Clean Code: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards. Code Reviews: Conduct thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to coding standards. Testing: Implement comprehensive testing strategies, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests, using tools like Mocha, Chai, or Jest.
• Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitoring: Implement and manage monitoring tools like New Relic, Prometheus, or Grafana to track server performance and uptime. Logging: Set up and manage logging solutions to monitor application health and troubleshoot issues efficiently. Incident Response: Develop and maintain incident response protocols to ensure rapid resolution of production issues and minimal downtime.
• Data Management: Database Design: Design efficient database schemas and ensure optimal indexing and query performance. Backup and Recovery: Implement robust backup and disaster recovery strategies to safeguard data. Data Analysis: Collaborate with data analysts to provide necessary data access and support data-driven decision-making.
• Continuous Improvement: Skill Enhancement: Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in backend development, continuously improving your skills and knowledge. Knowledge Sharing: Participate in and contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions, workshops, and mentoring programs. Innovation: Explore and implement innovative solutions to enhance the backend infrastructure and overall application performance.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum 3+ years of experience in backend development, with a strong focus on Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB. Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable, high-performance server-side architectures.

Technical Skills:

Node.js/Express.js / GraphQL Expertise: Strong proficiency in Node.js, GraphQL and Express.js, including asynchronous programming and middleware.

Database Management: In-depth knowledge of MongoDB and experience with other databases (SQL or NoSQL).

API Development: Experience in designing and implementing RESTful and GraphQL APIs.

DevOps Practices: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Security Practices: Strong understanding of web security principles and best practices.

Testing Frameworks: Proficiency with testing frameworks and tools for backend development.

Soft Skills:

Problem-Solver: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable backend solutions.

Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Effective Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

By joining Glazer Labs, you will have the opportunity to shape the backbone of our engagement platform for the gaming community, leveraging your expertise to build a robust, scalable, and high-performing backend infrastructure. Your contributions will be pivotal in delivering an exceptional user experience and driving our product forward.

Hi,

We are hiring for the position of Java Tech Lead. Please find below the details for the same.

A passionate developer who has a strong working knowledge of OOPS and functional programming

principles. Standard Definitions and abbreviations don't entice us that much.

Key skills:

• Strong Java and J2EE background with 5-7 years of experience.

• Strong working experience in Multi-Threading, Exception Management and the Use of Collections.

• Sound knowledge of working with application aspects i.e., Caching, Asynchronous APIs, Logging etc.

• Experience with web application frameworks like Spring Boot or Dropwizard.

• Unit Testing is an everyday affair and hence demands very good unit testing skills using tools like Junit & TestNG.

• Understanding of relational databases, RESTful services, and build tools like Maven & Gradle

• Knows what and when to mock and has used frameworks like Mockito/Power Mock.

• Understanding of message queues such as ActiveMQ, Kafka, and RabbitMQ.

•  Version Control is treated as important as programming skills. Fluent with version control tools like Git and Bitbucket.

• Exposure to Agile/Scrum, TDD not in theory but in practice.

•  Experience with Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Static Code Analysis, Jenkins and SonarQube.

•  Willingness to take ownership of the technical solution and ensure technical expectations of deliverables are met.

• Strong communication skills along with the ability to articulate technical designs and concepts.

• Exposure to cloud and containerization would be a plus.

• Hands-on experience in application development in an enterprise setup.

• Have a good understanding of Distributed Application Architecture.

• The Architect/ Lead Backend Engineer will handle the digital experience from inception to go-live model.
• The role holder is expected to create a vision and roadmap for the digital experience to provide best in class customer experience for each of the product solutions handled.  The role holder will play a critical role in leading the innovation and growth of our front end web and mobile platforms.
• Must be from Good Companies and have been working on high Scale of Traffic
• Proficiency in engineering practices and writing high quality code, with expertise in either one of Java or Groovy or Go.
• 3+ years of experience building microservices.
• Strong experience in architecting and building distributed systems, scalability, and availability
• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and designing for performance
• Strong knowledge of cloud technologies like AWS/Google Cloud/Azure
• Good understanding of RxJava or Actors framework
• Proficient with RDBMS
• Strong knowledge on data stores, database design, data modelling and SQL queries
• Extensive experience building and owning large- scale distributed backend systems
• Experience working with three or more of : Unix/Linux environments, Distributed and parallel systems, Workflow automation, CI/CD Platform development, Cloud platforms development e.g. AWS/GCP, Kubernetes/Container platforms based development 

Job Description

We are looking for a ROR developer. If you're a creative problem solver who is eager to develop amazing products and hungry for a new adventure, a word class workplace is waiting for you.

• Production experience in Ruby.
• A completed technical degree in Computer Science or any related fields.
• 3+ years of professional product development experience.
• Being comfortable with microservices architectures, API-based
• You are a pragmatic programmer who understands what is needed to get things done.
• Problem solving and collaborative mindset.
• Experience working with DevOps (Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform).
• Experience with AWS (RDS, DDB, Lambda, CW, EC2, SQS, SNS, Cognito, Kinesis).
• Experience with performance improvements (Caching Techniques, SQL Query Optimization, Performance monitoring and profiling.
• Deep understanding of service-oriented and microservices architectural patterns, troubleshooting methods and best practices.
• Takes end to end ownership of the development and operation of complete features.