Senior Full-Stack Lead (TypeScript + Python)

Why NxtWave

As a Fullstack SDE1 at NxtWave, you

• Get first hand experience of building applications and see them released quickly to the NxtWave learners (within weeks)
• Get to take ownership of the features you build and work closely with the product team
• Work in a great culture that continuously empowers you to grow in your career
• Enjoy freedom to experiment & learn from mistakes (Fail Fast, Learn Faster)
• NxtWave is one of the fastest growing edtech startups. Get first-hand experience in scaling the features you build as the company grows rapidly
• Build in a world-class developer environment by applying clean coding principles, code architecture, etc.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and ship user-centric features spanning frontend, backend, and database systems under guidance.
• Define and implement RESTful/GraphQL APIs and efficient, scalable database schemas.
• Build reusable, maintainable frontend components using modern state management practices.
• Develop backend services in Node.js or Python, adhering to clean-architecture principles.
• Write and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Containerize applications and configure CI/CD pipelines for automated builds and deployments.
• Enforce secure coding practices, accessibility standards (WCAG), and SEO fundamentals.
• Collaborate effectively with Product, Design, and engineering teams to understand and implement feature requirements..
• Own feature delivery from planning through production, and mentor interns or junior developers.
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Qualifications & Skills

• 1+ years of experience building full-stack web applications.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3 (Flexbox/Grid).
• Advanced experience with React (Hooks, Context, Router) or equivalent modern UI framework.
• Hands-on with state management patterns (Redux, MobX, or custom solutions).
• Strong backend skills in Node.js (Express/Fastify) or Python (Django/Flask/FastAPI).
• Expertise in designing REST and/or GraphQL APIs and integrating with backend services.
• Solid knowledge of MySQL/PostgreSQL and familiarity with NoSQL stores (Elasticsearch, Redis).
• Experience using build tools (Webpack, Vite), package managers (npm/Yarn), and Git workflows.
• Skilled in writing and maintaining tests with Jest, React Testing Library, Pytest, and Cypress.
• Familiar with Docker, CI / CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins), and basic cloud deployments.
• Product-first thinker with strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.
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Qualities we'd love to find in you:

• The attitude to always strive for the best outcomes and an enthusiasm to deliver high quality software
• Strong collaboration abilities and a flexible & friendly approach to working with teams
• Strong determination with a constant eye on solutions
• Creative ideas with problem solving mind-set
• Be open to receiving objective criticism and improving upon it
• Eagerness to learn and zeal to grow
• Strong communication skills is a huge plus

Work Location: Hyderabad

Job description

• Hands-on experience in C#, http://asp.net/">ASP.NET, MVC, Web API, SQL Server.
• Experience in latest .Net framework versions (4/4.5/.Net Core 2.0 Frameworks), SQL Server 2008/2012.
• Experience in OOPS, HTML5, Bootstrap,CSS, AJAX/ JavaScript/ JQuery/ AngularJS and Angular 2.0 and web development.
• Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• .NET Full Stack (C#, MVC / .Net Core, WEB API, JSON, REST, JavaScript, Ajax)
• Good knowledge on Angular development, Angular JS
• knowledge in Azure cloud solutions.
• Developing and Hosting REST API Swagger and integration with angular.

Description:

Looking for experienced Software Developer with a strong background in SaaS product development. This role is crucial in driving the design and development of a modern accounting software for India.

The role gives you a unique chance to work on cutting-edge technology in an exciting, high-growth early stage startup that has a vision to revolutionize the way accounting is approached in India.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of end-to-end solutions that meet market needs.
• Architect, build, and maintain scalable, high-quality software.
• Write clean, efficient, and reusable code in multiple languages, such as Python and Node.js.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring products to life.
• Test, debug, and refine software based on feedback from users and analytics.
• Proactively research and evaluate new technologies and libraries that can enhance product features or improve development workflows.
• Create technical documentation for software systems.

Qualifications:

• A portfolio showcasing your contributions to projects or products that are currently in use by real people.
• Experience leading teams, particularly those recognized in hackathons or similar competitions.
• A “hacker hobbyist” attitude – enthusiasm for tackling diverse technical challenges.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, including Python and Node.js.
• Demonstrated ability to think independently about which tools, libraries, or frameworks to test and implement.
• A comprehensive understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and equity package. As an early member of the team, you’ll be getting in on the ground floor where the equity portion of your compensation has significant upside.
• The opportunity to be a part of building something truly impactful and to shape the direction of a product with global potential.
• A flexible, dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
• Professional and personal growth opportunities alongside a passionate and supportive team.

CTC: 25-40LPA based on experience

• Understand fundamental design principles and best practices for developing backend servers and web applications  Gather requirements, scope functionality, estimate and translate those requirements into solutions.  
• Implement and integrate software features as per requirements. 
•  Deliver across the entire app life cycle.
•   Work in a product creation project and/or technology project with implementation or integration responsibilities, Improve an existing code base, if required, and ability to read source code to understand data flow and origin
• Design effective data storage for the task at hand and know how to optimize query performance along the way.  
• Follow an agile methodology of development and delivery  
• Strictly adhere to coding standards and internal practices; must be able to conduct review code  Mentor and possibly lead junior developers  
• Contribute towards innovation  Performance optimization of apps 
•  Explain technologies and solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders  
• Diagnose bugs and other issues in products  
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency

Must have / Good to have:

• 4+ years experience with Core Python development  Design and implementation of high-availability, and performant applications on Unix environment  
• Good with multithreading and data structures  
• Develop back-end components to improve responsiveness and overall performance  
• Familiarity with database design, integration wiht applications and python packaging.  Familiarity with front-end technologies (like JavaScript and HTML5), REST API, security considerations  
• Familiarity with functional testing and deployment automation frameworks  
• Experience in development for 3-4 production ready application using Python as programming language  
• Experience in writing unit test cases including positive and negative test cases 
•  Experience of CI/CD pipeline code deployment (Git, SVN, Jenkins or Teamcity) 
•  Experience with Agile and DevOps methodology 
•  Very good problem-solving skills  
• Experience with Web technologies is a plus  
• Experience with ELK stack is a plus.

Expected Skills :-

• Knowledge/Application of data structures and algorithms.-
• Problem-solving attitude : This means when you face a problem (not necessarily technical), your natural reaction is "How can I solve it best" rather than "How can I get out of it/avoid it/overlook it"-
• Working knowledge in Java(SpringFramework) is a must.
• Working knowledge in ReactJs is a plus.- Working knowledge in Python, MongoDB is a plus.
• The founding team has extensive experience in launching and scaling up fintech products & New business verticals. The founders have rich leadership experience across Consulting, fintech and payment companies

What you will be working on?

You'll be a part of the core team and will be working with the founders in building and iterating upon the core product.

How you can grow with us?

• Will be working on the bleeding edge technologies of IoT which are not usually accessible to software engineers.

• Will get exposure to IoT Hardware and Industrial Infrastructure.

• Will get to deliver on-time, quality software in the challenging domains of Energy/IoT/Automation.
  
  

We appreciate the following traits!

• Will be dealing with the web app, mobile app, frontend, backend, etc. So, you need to be flexible in getting the work done.

• Need not be proficient in all of these but you can trump any of this by being a quick learner and a hard worker.

• Should be familiar with the transition from the development phase to the deployment phase.