React Developer

We are looking for a MEAN Stack developer to join our Technology team. As a full-stack developer, you will work closely with our Technical Architectural members to develop microservices that focus on the educational needs of Parents and Students globally. If you have excellent programming skills and a passion for developing applications from scratch, we would like to meet you. Working at Early Steps Academy is one of the best opportunities to get first-hand experience in an early-stage startup, explore different domains, and achieve your career goals.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong programming skills in Javascript/Typescript with Object-oriented design.
• Hands-on expertise in building reusable components and independently publishable packages.
• Strong experience in HTML, Angular(2+)/React, ExpressJS, MongoDB, NodeJS, and CSS frameworks.
• Practitioner of IaC (AWS), CI/CD, and Containerization(Docker).
• Accessibility, Server Side Rendering, Pre-rendering, Serverless, and Agile.
• Ability to adapt quickly to a new direction.

We are looking for a Node.js Lead Developer responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users. Your primary focus will be the development of all server-side logic, definition and maintenance of the central database, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front end. You will also be responsible for integrating the front-end elements built by your co-workers into the application. Therefore, a basic understanding of front-end technologies is necessary as well.

As a MERN Stack Developer / Software Architect, you will play a crucial role in the architecture, development, and leadership of our digital products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create exceptional user experiences, while also ensuring the scalability, security, and performance of our applications.

Responsibilities:

• Architecture and Technical Leadership: Design and develop the architectural roadmap for the website and mobile app. Lead and mentor a team of 8-9 MERN Stack developers, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and best practices to ensure high-quality solutions.
• Full Stack Development: Hands-on contribution to the development of complex features and functionalities using the MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js ) stack. Implement robust and maintainable code that aligns with industry standards.
• Scalability and Performance: Collaborate with the team to optimize application performance, ensuring that the platform can handle increased traffic and usage while maintaining a seamless user experience.
• Code Quality and Best Practices: Enforce coding standards, conduct regular code reviews, and implement best practices for software development. Ensure that the team follows coding, testing, and documentation standards consistently.
• Technical Evaluation: Evaluate and adopt new technologies, tools, and frameworks that can enhance the development process and overall product quality.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Product Managers, Designers, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver on time and within scope.
• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide innovative solutions to challenges that may arise during the development lifecycle.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in the MERN stack and software architecture domain. Share knowledge and promote a culture of learning within the team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• 7-10 years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on MERN stack development.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable, high-performance web applications and mobile apps.
• Solid understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns.
• Previous experience in a leadership or technical mentorship role.
• Strong proficiency in MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js .
• Experience with cloud platforms (e. g., AWS, Azure) and DevOps practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards addressing challenges.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Prior experience in the health and wellness industry is a plus.

Required Skills 

1) Good experience in React/Angular

2) Hand on Node.JS./Express JS 

3) Database : MYSQL/MongoDB 

4) Experience in Java Script, Typescript. 

5)Good experience in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Jquery 

6) Experience working in an Agile environment. 

7) Good communication skills.

The Role

This role is anything but conventional- It is an opportunity to define and execute our plans and make an impact on the development of millions of children.

As our tech lead, you will work closely with the founders to crystallize and own the product roadmap and then, to bring the product vision to life through simple, elegant design & code that delights users.

You will be the key architect of the product and will help the engineering team build and maintain the product across mobile and web. 

You will own development and delivery of the code- including analysis, optimization and debugging.

Key Skills

3-6 years of experience with backend and frontend web-based application development

2+ years of experience with React / Redux + HTML/CSS

2+ years of experience with Python

Have some experience with databases (SQL, MongoDB)

Have created meaningful APIs and models that are flexible and scalable

About You

You will thrive in this role at KinderPass if you:

• Have a passion for our mission to re-imagine child health and development
• Have the drive to be part of building something new - to learn, to work hard, to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of a start-up.
• Enjoy autonomy and flexibility but can work well in a team
• Count Ownership and Reliability as your key strengths
• Can communicate effectively

Required Skills:

• .NET Core 
• C#
• Web API
• Aware of Microservice concepts
• MongoDB 
• Excellent communication
  
  

Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux knowledge is desirable. Having worked in a product development environment is desirable. Having worked in the finance and banking domain is desirable.

You will make an ideal candidate if you have: 

• Overall 6+  years of software development experience in building web-based and highly scalable applications 

• Excellent understanding of core computer science concepts like algorithms, data structure, system design, OOP, etc. 

• Deep knowledge and development expertise in Core Java and SpringBoot 

• Experience in using dockers and Linux.

• Hands-on coding experience in developing web applications with REST APIs

• Good understanding/exposure to Kafka and Elastic.(must have)

• Log stash understanding is add-on

• Worked in a CI/CD environment with Jenkins and handled deployments by yourself 

• Experience working in an agile team with software engineering practices like automated testing, test-driven-development, continuous integration, etc is a big plus.