PHP/MERN Stack Developer Team Lead/ Technical Architect Team lead

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Senior Python Full Stack Developer with a strong background in application architecture and design. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Python, with extensive experience in web frameworks such as Django or Flask along with front-end technologies like HTML, CSS and JavaScript. You'll play a key role in designing scalable applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust web applications using Python and frameworks like Django or Flask.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to define application architecture and ensure scalability and performance.
• Implement responsive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Utilize AWS cloud services to deploy and manage applications effectively.
• Containerize applications using Docker and orchestrate them with Kubernetes.
• Ensure seamless communication with databases, optimizing queries and data models as necessary.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues in a timely manner.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in Python development (5+ years preferred).
• Strong application architecture and design skills.
• Proficiency in Django or Flask frameworks.
• Hands-on experience in front-end technologies: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, RDS, etc.).
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration.
• Proficiency of database communication, including SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
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NOTE: IT IS MANDATORY TO GIVE ONE TECHNICHAL ROUND FACE TO FACE.

Company Introduction

iSchoolConnect is an online platform that makes the University Admissions process hassle-free, fun and accessible to students around the globe. Using our unique AI technology, we allow students to apply to multiple universities with a single application. iSchoolConnect also connects with institutions worldwide and aids them in the transformation of their end-to-end admission processes using our various cutting-edge use cases. Our technologies include the Conversational AI chatbot, Document Grader, Video Interview Analyzer, and a Single application use case that aids institutions with International Enrollment Management

For more information visit: https://ischoolconnect.com/

LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ischoolconnect/

Designation -Full Stack Developer

Job Description

As a Full Stack Developer at iSchoolConnect, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the front end and back end of our web applications. You will work closely with our team of talented engineers and product managers to build high-quality, high-performance, scalable code.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain responsive web applications with a focus on user experience.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code for both the front end and back end.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization.

Key Qualifications

• Proficiency in JavaScript and familiarity with TypeScript.
• Strong experience with Node.js and popular frameworks (Express, Koa, etc.).
• Solid understanding of front-end technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. Experience with Angular is highly preferred, but experience with other front-end frameworks (React, Vue.js) is also valuable.
• Basic understanding of RDBMS, specifically MySQL.
• Experience with unit testing and test-driven development.
• Good understanding of server-side templating languages and server-side CSS preprocessors.

Work Exp - 4+ years

Location - Mumbai (Work from Office)

Good to Have

• Knowledge of Accessibility on the Web.
• Familiarity with ORM tools like Prisma.
• Experience with cloud services, particularly AWS.
• Experience with modern front-end build pipelines and tools.
• Knowledge of CSS frameworks, especially Tailwind CSS.
• Familiarity with continuous integration.

1. Building REST APIs using Node.js, Express, and MongoDB
2. Working on Flutter application development using various advanced strategies like state management, API integrations, and scalable databases
3. Working with Socket.io library for Flutter and Node.js product development
4. Learning and developing the cryptographic functions for product security
5. Managing product workloads on public/private cloud - we are currently on AWS & also planning to be on GCP/Azure (our platform would also be available as on-premise deployment, you will handle these deployments)
6. Develop API based architecture in order to ensure the business growth and integration-al capabilities of the product
7. Work on using GIT and CI-CD for product version control and continuous delivery

• Bachelors in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent.
• 6 years experience delivering highly available web/mobile applications including 1-3 years as Senior/Lead developer.
• Prior experience in retail domain is a plus.
• 3 years of experience working with distributed teams.
• Deep knowledge of UI Libraries / Frameworks, API (REST), API Management and building scalable and high performance Web APIs.
• Must have experience building websites using Javascript and Java technologies (e.g. Typescript, Spring Boot etc.). Search Engine and Native App development experience is a plus.
• AWS Serverless Cloud native services experience with Lambda functions, SNS, SQS, DynamoDB, API Gateway etc.
• Strong knowledge of Caching frameworks, data structures, algorithms, operating systems, and distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of databases, NoSQL data stores, storage and distributed persistence technologies.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Passionate about enabling next generation experiences.
• Experience with automated testing, deployment pipelines and cloud based infrastructure

• Develop omni-channel digital solutions leveraging serverless and micro services in a cloud based platform to develop backend services.
• Design high/low level solutions, contribute towards architecture and technical roadmap.
• Lead technical implementation/delivery.
• Host/Lead technical discussions.
• Champion software development best practices, test driven development, CI and CD.
• Build cloud native and highly cost efficient solutions.
• Innovate, Unlearn and Disrupt. Research next generation frameworks and technologies.
• Embrace change. 

We are looking for a Software Developer to build and implement functional programs. You will work with other Developers and https://resources.workable.com/product-manager-job-description">Product Managers throughout the software development life cycle.

In this role, you should be a team player with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills. If you also have experience in Agile frameworks and popular coding languages (e.g. JavaScript).

Your goal will be to build efficient programs and systems that serve user needs. 

Technical Skills we are looking for are:

• Producing clean, efficient code based on specifications
• Coding Abilities in HTML , PHP , JS , JSP – Server let , JAVA , DevOps(basic Knowledge).
• Additional Skills (preferred) : NodeJS , Python , Angular JS .
• System Administrator Experience : Linux (Ubuntu/RedHat) , Windows CE-Embedded.
• Data Base Experience : MySQL , Posgres , Mongo DB.
• Data Format Experience : JSON , XML , AJAX , JQuery.
• Should have Depth in software Architecture Design especially for Stand-Alone Software As Product , or SaaS Platform Experience.
• Should have Basic Experience/knowledge in Micro-Services , Rest API’s and SOAP methodologies.
• Should have built some backend architecture for Long Standing Applications.
• Good HTML Design Sense.
• Experience with AWS Services like EC2 and LightSail is Preferred.
• Testing and deploying programs and systems
• Fixing and improving existing software
• Good Understanding of OOP’s and Similar Concepts.
• Research on New JS Methodologies like React Js and Angular Js

• Proven experience as a Software Developer, https://resources.workable.com/software-engineer-job-description">Software Engineeror similar role
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
• Experience with software design and development in a test-driven environment
• Knowledge of coding languages (e.g. Java, JavaScript) and frameworks/systems (e.g. AngularJS, Git)
• Experience with databases and Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) frameworks (e.g. Hibernate)
• Ability to learn new languages and technologies
• Excellent communication skills
• Resourcefulness and troubleshooting aptitude
• Attention to detail

• Writing reusable, testable, and efficient code.
• Perform Code reviews of other team members.
• Design and implementation of low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications
• Integration of user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server-side logic
• Implementation of security and data protection
• Integration of data storage solutions.
• Liaise with the product management team and architect the application / improve the architecture wherever necessary.

Skills And Qualifications

• 7+ years of the overall experience.
• Strong Practical knowledge and understanding of RESTful API
• Excellent Python coding skills and understanding of Python best practices (PEP8)
• Should handle a team of minimum 4 members
• Excellent detail-oriented, problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts, principles, and solutions
• 7+ years of good hands-on experience in Python, with knowledge of Django
• Good hands-on experience in SQL Database (MYSQL / Postgres)
• Familiarity of Front End Development ( ReactJS )
• Knowledge of user authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers, and environments
• Able to create database schemas that represent and support business processes.
• Strong unit test and debugging skills
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools GIT.
• Has experience of working in an Agile Environment.
• Fluent in English (written and oral) Fluency in a second language is preferred.
• Comfortable working remotely with great communication skills for a remote work environment.

Bonus qualifications

• Knowledge of any cloud. ( Especially Azure )

• Implementation of a robust set of services and APIs to power the web application
• Building reusable code and libraries for future use
• Optimization of the application for maximum speed and scalability
• Implementation of security and data protection
• Integration of the front-end and back-end aspects of the web application
• Design/Architect Application Architecture
• Design/Architect Database Design/Architecture
• Provide solutions for Optimizing Application & Database Performance.
• Interacting with clients and understanding their tech requirements, to implement them accurately as per needs.
• Coordinate with team for task management.
• Understanding of MVC Architecture
• Proficient knowledge of PHP and Laravel Framework
• Knowledge of advanced JavaScript libraries and frameworks such as AngularJS, ReactJS
• Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
• Knowledge to implement automated testing platforms and unit tests
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools (Git)