Senior Product Engineer

About us

Cere Labs is a Mumbai based company working in the field of Artificial Intelligence. It is a product company that utilizes the latest technologies such as Python, Redis, neo4j, MVC, Docker, Kubernetes to build its AI platform. Cere Labs’ clients are primarily from the Banking and Finance domain in India and US. The company has a great environment for its employees to learn and grow in technology.

Software Developer

Job brief

Cere Labs is seeking to hire a skilled and passionate software developer to help with the development of our current projects and product. Your duties will primarily revolve around building software by writing code, as well as modifying software to fix errors, improve its performance. You will also be involved in writing of the test cases and testing

To be successful in this role, you will need extensive knowledge of programming languages like Java, Python, Java Script, React. 

Ultimately, the role of the Software Engineer is to build high-quality, innovative and fully performing software that complies with coding standards and technical design

Responsibilities

• Develop flowcharts, layouts and documentation to identify requirements and solutions
• Write well-designed, testable code
• Develop software verification plans and quality assurance procedures
• Document and maintain software functionality
• Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing systems
• Deploy programs and test the deployed code
• Comply with project plans and industry standards

Requirements

• BE (CS/IT) degree in Computer Science
• Ability to understand the requirements given and generate the design based on specification given.
• Ability to develop unit testing of code components or complete applications.
• Must be a full-stack developer and understand concepts of software engineering.
• Ability to develop software in Python, Java, Java Script 
• Excellent knowledge of relational databases, MySQL and ORM technologies (JPA2, Hibernate), in-memory data stores such as Redis
• Experience developing web applications using at least one popular web framework (JSF, Spring MVC, React) is preferred
• Experience with test-driven development
• Proficiency in software engineering tools including popular IDE’s such as PyCharm, Visual Studio Code and Eclipse
• Proven work experience as a Software Engineer or Software Developer will be an added advantage

Working conditions

Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Weekly off: Sunday, First and Third Saturdays

Mode: Work from office

Recruitment process

The selection process includes:

1. Written test
2. Technical interview
3. Final interview

Compensation

CTC: Rs. 3-4 lacs pa, depending on performance in the selection process.

We are looking for a skilled Full Stack .NET Developer with strong expertise in .NET Core, Web API, Blazor, and WPF, along with hands-on experience in device and hardware integration. The ideal candidate will work on web and desktop applications that integrate with peripherals such as cash acceptors, payment devices, printers, and other kiosk hardware, delivering secure, high-performance, and reliable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain applications using C#, .NET Core, and ASP.NET Core Web API
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• Develop modern web applications using Blazor (Server and/or WebAssembly)
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• Build and maintain WPF desktop applications using MVVM architecture
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• Design, develop, and consume RESTful APIs for web, desktop, and device-based applications
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• Integrate and manage hardware devices such as cash acceptors, payment terminals, printers, scanners, and other peripherals
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• Work with device SDKs, drivers, COM/USB/Serial (RS232) communication, and third-party APIs
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• Handle device error states, retries, logging, and recovery mechanisms
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• Develop and optimize database objects using MS SQL Server
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• Ensure application performance, security, and scalability, especially in hardware-dependent environments
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• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve application and device-related issues
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• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business and hardware requirements into technical solutions
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• Participate in code reviews and follow best coding standards and practices
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Technical Must-Have Skills

• Strong proficiency in C# and .NET Core
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• Hands-on experience with ASP.NET Core Web API
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• Strong experience with Blazor (Server and/or WebAssembly)
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• Experience developing WPF desktop applications
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• Solid understanding of MVVM and MVC architecture
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• Experience with device/hardware integration, including:
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• Cash acceptors / bill validators
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• Payment devices (POS, card readers, UPI, NFC)
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• Printers (thermal, receipt, barcode)
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• Knowledge of Serial/USB/TCP-IP communication protocols
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• Strong knowledge of MS SQL Server
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• Experience with RESTful API design and integration
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• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems
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Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Entity Framework / EF Core
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• Understanding of Microservices architecture
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• Experience working on kiosk-based or embedded systems
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Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
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• Good communication and teamwork abilities
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• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
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Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
• (Equivalent hands-on experience in .NET Core, Blazor, WPF, Web API, and device integration will also be considered)

• Work with a team to provide end to end solutions including coding, unit testing and defect fixes.
• Work to build scalable solutions and work with quality assurance and control teams to analyze and fix issues 
• Develop and maintain APIs and Services in Node.js/Python 
• Develop and maintain web-based UI’s using front-end frameworks 
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing and integration testing 
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to implementation and support 
• Ensure application performance, scalability, and security through best practices in coding, testing and deployment 
• Collaborate with DevOps team for troubleshooting deployment issues 

Qualification 

● 1-5 years of experience as a Software Engineer or similar, focusing on software development and system integration 

● Proficiency in Node.js, Typescript, React, Express framework 

● In-depth knowledge of databases such as MongoDB 

● Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, and responsive UI design 

● Proficiency in any Python development framework is a plus 

● Strong direct experience in functional and object oriented programming using Javascript 

● Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) 

● Microservices architecture and containerization 

● Expertise in performance monitoring, tuning, and optimization 

● Understanding of DevOps practices for automated deployments 

● Understanding of software design patterns and best practices 

● Practical experience working in Agile developments (scrum) 

● Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to mentor junior team members 

● Effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams 

● Strong capability to work independently and deliver results within tight deadlines 

● Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

1. Developing and maintaining web applications: coding, testing, and debugging both client-side (front-end) and server-side (back-end) components of web applications. This includes working with languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript for the front-end, and server-side languages like Node.js, MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL.

2. Collaborating with cross-functional teams: The candidate need to collaborate with other team members, such as UI/UX designers, product/operations managers, and other developers, to understand requirements and implement solutions.

3. Learning and applying new technologies: Given the rapid pace of technological advancement in web development, candidates are often expected to learn and adapt to new frameworks, libraries, and best practices. They might spend time researching and experimenting with new tools or technologies and applying them to current projects. This continuous learning is crucial for personal development and for staying relevant in the field.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, multi-tasker, and demonstrated team player. You will be a lead developer responsible for the development of new software products and enhancements to existing products. You should excel in working with large-scale applications and frameworks and have outstanding communication and leadership skills.

 
            RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Writing clean, high-quality, high-performance, maintainable code.
• Develop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancements.
• Coordinate cross-functionally to ensure the project meets business objectives and compliance standards.
• Support test and deployment of new products and features.
• Participate in code reviews.
  
  KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
  
  
• A minimum of 3+ years of relevant work experience in the development of scalable scale web applications.
• Proven experience in Full stack web development using Typescript, Angular1,2,4+, HTML5 and CSS3, Microservice API development, and experience in PHP/Python/Laravel and MVC frameworks is a must.
• Exposure to CI/CD tools, Code Analysis, and Test automation is preferred.
• Expertise in Object-Oriented Design, Database Design, and XML Schema.
• Experience with Agile or Scrum software development methodologies.
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work.
• Knowledge of advanced PHP concepts, MySQL, JSON, XML & ability to work in a LAMP/WAMP environment.
• Strong Knowledge of DB & code security along with basic server operations like Curl, Crud, cPanel.