Software Development Engineer- FullStack

The requirements are as follows:

1) Familiar with the the Django REST API Framework.

2) Experience with the FAST API framework will be a plus

3) Strong grasp of basic python programming concepts ( We do ask a lot of questions on this on our interviews :) )

4) Experience with databases like MongoDB , Postgres , Elasticsearch , REDIS will be a plus

5) Experience with any ML library will be a plus.

6) Familiarity with using git , writing unit test cases for all code written and CI/CD concepts will be a plus as well.

7) Familiar with basic code patterns like MVC.

8) Grasp on basic data structures.

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Position Title: Software Development Engineer (SDE-2)

Department: Engineering & Product

Location: Pune, Maharashtra (Remote)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with market standards and experience

ORGANISATION OVERVIEW:

Growloc Private Limited is a leading Agri-tech enterprise in India, specialising in Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for modern farm management. We are committed to empowering farmers through innovative technology that optimises resource utilisation, enhances crop yields, and ensures the delivery of consistent, quality produce.

Backed by a team of purpose-driven professionals, Growloc Private Limited is at the forefront of building a more sustainable, efficient, and productive future for Indian agriculture. Our work sits at the intersection of technology and rural impact — and every product we ship makes a difference.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven MERN Stack Engineer (SDE-2) to join our growing Engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), a proven ability to apply Design Patterns, and expertise in Low-Level Design (LLD) to architect and implement robust, scalable, and efficient full-stack solutions. This role is critical for building and maintaining high-quality, lean engineering environments that value smart development practices, quality-first thinking, and the strategic use of modern AI-assisted development tools.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•       Design, build, and maintain robust full-stack applications leveraging MongoDB, Nest.js, React.js, and Node.js, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and maintainability through the judicious application of efficient algorithms, established design patterns, and sound Low-Level Design (LLD) principles.

•       Take complete ownership of features from architectural design through production deployment, utilising modern CI/CD workflows including GitHub Actions, Vercel, and AWS.

•       Integrate and strategically leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) to accelerate development velocity, improve documentation quality, and streamline test authoring.

•       Author and maintain comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end test suites to uphold rigorous code quality standards.

•       Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Data, and Hardware teams within an agile, lean delivery framework to drive frequent, high-quality releases.

•       Ensure consistent performance, responsiveness, and scalability across both frontend and backend systems.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Educational Qualification

•       Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related engineering discipline.

Technical Skills

•       2–5 years of professional experience building production-grade applications on the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js).

•       Strong proficiency in Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), with the ability to analyse problem complexity and implement optimised solutions.

•       Demonstrable experience with various Design Patterns (e.g., MVC, Singleton, Factory, Observer) and their practical application in building scalable and maintainable software systems, coupled with a strong understanding of Low-Level Design (LLD) principles for modular and efficient code architecture.

•       Strong proficiency in frontend architecture, including React Hooks, Context API, and/or Redux.

•       Solid understanding of Node.js, Express.js, RESTful API design, and MongoDB schema design.

•       Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git-based workflows, and cloud deployment on AWS or equivalent platforms.

•       Proficiency with automated testing frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, and/or Cypress.

•       Demonstrated use of AI-assisted coding tools integrated into day-to-day development practices.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (GOOD TO HAVE):

•       Exposure to IoT systems or prior experience with hardware device integration.

•       Experience with real-time data technologies, including WebSocket.

•       Professional background in agriculture, climate-tech, or rural technology sectors.

•       Working knowledge of TypeScript or serverless computing architectures.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

•       Strong problem-solving ability and analytical thinking, with a focus on applying Data Structures and Algorithms and Low-Level Design (LLD) principles to solve complex technical challenges efficiently and effectively.

•       High ownership mindset with the ability to drive features independently.

•       Effective cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.

•       Adaptability and willingness to work in a fast-paced, lean startup environment.

•       Commitment to code quality, continuous improvement, and engineering best practices.

Full Stack Engineer

Job Description

 As a Full stack developer he/she should be able to provide scalable software solutions

 He/she be a part of cross-functional team that’s responsible for the full

SDLC, from conception to deployment.

 Design and architect highly scalable web services applications

 Develop and maintain all server-side network components

 Collaborate with front-end developers on the integration of elements Architect

Content Management Solution and scalable API platform

 Design back-end services for various business processes

 Partner with third-party technology services and make strategic inputs.

 Develop high-performance applications by writing testable, reusable, and efficient

code

 Create workflows and solutions involving search, recommendations, rights

management, monetization, identity management, SSO, authorization,

authentication, etc.

 Work with large datasets and optimize server-side performance

 Implement effective security protocols, data protection measures, and storage

solutions

 Run diagnostic tests, repair defects, and provide technical support

 Experience in writing backend API services in a serverless framework would be

preferred.

 Knowledge of microservice architecture is required

 Collaborate with the tech and product teams to drive execution across all platforms

while balancing short-term requirements with long-term objectives

Requirements

 4-7 years of Knowledge of Node.js and ReactJS frameworks

 Experience in creating and maintaining efficient NoSQl databases GRPC and Json

Elasticsearch

 Experience in AWS environment, cloud deployments and lambda

 DevOps and web security

 API development and deployment

 Unit and integration testing

• Experience range – 8 to 12 years

• Good understanding of software engineering practices, SDLC.

• Ability to provide elegant and efficient design solutions
• Strong knowledge on design patterns
• Effective interpersonal skills and collaborative management style to include teamwork and team building ability
• Should have knowledge on API integration mulesoft, Apache Camel tools
• Strong knowledge on providing microservices architecture

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research, programs, plans, designs, and administers building projects for clients by applying knowledge of architectural design and building materials.
• Produces conceptual plans, renderings, and documents.
• Assists in research and coordination of materials and products for project specifications

Skills Required:

Primary Skills:

• Java, Spring Boot/ Node.js- Backend
• HTML, CSS, JS, React/ Angular- Frontend
• SQL
• Mobile Application Development

Secondary Skills:

• Microservices, Design Patterns
• Cloud- AWS, Azure, GCP
• DevOps tools- Jenkins, GIT Pipeline, etc.- Anyone should be fine
• Maven

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Computer science graduates would be preferred

2. Should have at least 1 year of experience as a software developer in ReactJS

3. Should be a contributor to the software development process and part of an software team

4. Can keep up to date with developments in (open source) frontend libraries, frameworks, and software development practices

5. In-depth knowledge of ReactJS, Redux, Flux, and JavaScript (ES6)

6. In-depth knowledge of Express.js and Node.js

7. Should have been working on React for at least 12 months (90% of the time)

8. Good problem-solving skills

9. Experience in Mongoose & MongoDB is a plus

10. Experience with the testing frameworks for JavaScript is a plus

11. Experience with JS module bundlers like Web Pack & Rollup

12. Experience with Babel as a compiler

13. Experience with agile software development techniques is a plus

Desired Candidate Profile

Computer science graduates preferred