Senior PHP Developer

Role Overview

Zolvit is seeking a Node.js Backend Lead Engineer to lead our engineering efforts in building scalable systems with a microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in backend development, platformization expertise, and the ability to mentor junior engineers. You will play a key role in driving architectural decisions, ensuring system scalability, and fostering a strong engineering culture. 

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable backend systems using Node.js and microservices architecture. 
• Lead the development of platform components to enable efficient code reuse, modularity, and scalability. 
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system architecture and technical roadmap.
• Design and build solutions using event-driven architecture and middleware such as Kafka. 
• Develop and maintain SQL and NoSQL databases, ensuring optimal performance and scalability. 
• Define and implement high-level and low-level designs, documenting key decisions and ensuring junior engineers understand the architecture. 
• Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and promote best practices in coding, design, and system architecture. 
• Lead technical discussions, participate in hiring processes, and contribute to building a high-performance engineering team. 
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless integration and deployment. 
• Leverage AWS services for scalable infrastructure and deployment solutions.

Requirements

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in building scalable backend systems using Node.js.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, event-driven systems, and middleware like Kafka. 
• Experience in building platform solutions with a focus on reusability and modularity.
• Proficient in SQL and NoSQL databases with a clear understanding of their tradeoffs.
• Solid knowledge of high-level and low-level system design concepts.
• Proven experience in mentoring engineers, conducting code reviews, and driving engineering excellence. 
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• Proficient in leveraging AWS services for building scalable infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. 

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead technical initiatives and shape the platform architecture.
• Work on cutting-edge technologies with a team that values innovation and engineering excellence. 
• A collaborative environment where mentorship and growth are highly encouraged.
• Competitive compensation and growth opportunities aligned with your contributions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with specialization in Computer science or related field
• 4-10 years of experience as a software engineer in a product development setting
• Deep experience in Python with demonstrated ability to build modern products
• Experience in designing APIs and integration patterns, implementing secure and sustainable products with a focus on quality and scalability
• Experience in FastAPI, Django, or equivalent
• Experience in data modeling and efficient usage of PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or equivalent
• Experience with modern components like async python, pedantic, sqlalchemy, alembic, celery, google products API integration, etc. is a plus
• Understanding of CI/CD practices including code check-in policies, automated unit tests, automated code deployments, etc.
• Experience in other programming languages is a plus, especially Javascript and/or Typescript
• Experience building feature-rich and scalable web apps is a plus
• Ability to grasp new technologies and use them effectively to create industrial-strength software

• Over 2 years of Dynamics NAV consultancy experience/ Minimum 1 Yr experience in Business Central
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009/2013/2015/2016
• Undertake the design, coding, testing, releasing the code, and NAV / Dynamics 365 Business Central support
• Proficient in RDLC Report Development & SQL Server Database
• Experience working on the technical side of Dynamics NAV / Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Should be fluent and conversant with (A/L, C/AL & C/Side) Programming and ability to do developments independently
• Experience in working on full life cycle implementations across multiple versions of Dynamics NAV
• Excellent understanding and knowledge of core Microsoft Dynamics NAV modules
• Manage resources and deliver project tasks, both external and internal. 
• Communicate and document system specifications for clients and team members. 
• Manage multiple developments and project initiatives at one time, while effectively communicating utilization, roadblocks, and progress to technical leadership and prioritizing based on feedback.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Dynamics NAV/BC and its modules.
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to diagnose problems quickly and recommend solutions
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Required Technical Skills: 

• Java (highly capable)
• SQL (highly capable)
• Strong knowledge of software best practices, build processes, IDEs, database tools (e.g. SQL Developer, SQL Management Studio)
• Strong knowledge of source code control systems (GIT)
• Confident with Windows, Linux, Unix operating systems including command line
• Working knowledge of JIRA

Beneficial Technical Skills: 

• .Net
• C 
• Javascript 
• Experience in test management and test execution
• Experience of Agile development methods

Additional Skills and Behaviour Required 

• Experience of full software development lifecycle
• Considers competing solutions and evaluates options to create the best outcome in all aspects of the role.
• Willingness to takes ownership of whole project and engineers assigned.
• Confident to make suggestions and recommendations for improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to build good rapport
• Fluency in English, both written and oral
• Collaborates with others to achieve objectives and ensure information flow
• Seeks assistance and feedback as appropriate 

Education 

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or Engineering or other relevant discipline (MCA, MSc in Computer Science etc.)