Sr. Java Developer

Job Summary:

Senior Java developer will be responsible for many duties throughout the development lifecycle of applications, from concept and design right through to testing. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• To support and maintain existing Java code base, debug the application 
• To analyse user and business requirements and design and implement appropriate solutions 
• To design and code programs following in-house standards and good design principles 
• To ensure that all programs are documented to the company standards 
• To create unit test plans and perform unit testing of the programs
• To provide advice and guidance to other members of the team

Required Skills/Abilities:  

• Hands on experience in designing and developing applications using Java EE platforms 
• Object Oriented analysis and design using common design patterns 
• Good knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL and ORM technologies (JPA2, Hibernate) 
• Experience in the Spring Framework 
• Experience in developing web applications using at least one popular web framework (JSF, Wicket, GWT, Spring MVC) 
• Experience in RESTFul webservices
• Experience with test-driven development 
• Exposure to portal/mobility development - Desired
• Exposure to any of middleware solutions like MQ, Oracle fusion middleware(WebLogic), WebSphere, Open Source

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer with extensive experience in the MERN stack, React.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL and MySQL to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of backend development and a proven track record of building robust, scalable applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain server-side components using Node.js and Express.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints.
• Integrate with PostgreSQL/ MySQL databases, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Ensure the responsiveness and scalability of applications.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications to optimize performance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in backend development.
• Proficiency in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js).
• Strong experience with PostgreSQL/ MySQL database management and optimization.
• In-depth knowledge of RESTful and GraphQL API design and development.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with Docker and containerization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines.
• Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Flexible working hours.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

Job Description:

We are looking for a passionate PHP Developer to join our backend team. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic developer eager to learn and grow his/her skills in the field.

• Actively Seek New Programming Knowledge.
• Build Products Using HTML/CSS/JS and Other Front-End Technologies using Frameworks.
• Working knowledge of frameworks like CakePHP, Laravel, etc. is a must.
• Must have knowledge of JS Frameworks like Node and React etc.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, MYSQL, and JavaScript.
• Knowledge of MYSQL, Core PHP, and PHP5 is a must.
• Knowledge of WordPress and CMS.
• AJAX, HTML, Payment Gateway.
• Excellent working knowledge of Web application development.
• Vast knowledge of PHP programming concepts.
• Experience in OOPs.
•  Advanced to expert coding skills.
• Strong understanding of functionality.
• Knowledgeable of Web Application Development Frameworks.
• Minimum 5 years of Experience

Job Responsibilities:

• Work independently as well as part of a team to develop new functional features
• Debug existing code and continually look for ways to optimize performance.
• Lead a team of developers, managing and mentoring their work while ensuring project deadlines and quality standards are maintained.
• Interact with service providers, customers and other departments to identify and resolve issues, and develop working relationships with key customers.

Expectations / Cultural Traits:

• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-driven and motivated.
• Open to work in flexible hours and shifts.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Willing to learn new technologies and tools

Something we will like in you -

You enjoy the excitement of developing new software, mobile apps, and you have a vision for building stable, reliable, and performant systems.

You must have solid foundational knowledge in software development and debugging.

You might have a Computer Science or Engineering degree, or you might not. Your university is not what we're looking for. We care about what you can do at work and how you do it.

This is a remote job. You're free to work where you work best, anywhere in the world: home, co-working space, coffee shops.

Do you recognize yourself in these statements:

• You are comfortable under pressure, and you enjoy working on a broad array of projects with different technical requirements.
• You love unwinding tricky problems, finding the causes, and fixing them for good.
• You take pride in your work with or without accolades from others.
• You care about your coworkers and want to make their lives better.
• You enjoy working across teams to help ship new features and fix bugs.
• You approach your work with curiosity, enthusiasm, and tenacity.

Pay and benefits

• The salary for this position is INR 20000 - INR 30,000
  We assess your seniority relative to the team at Shimbi Labs during the interviewing process. It doesn't matter how many years you worked before.
• Work from anywhere.
• Allowance for the Internet connection.
• Laptop and power backup (After a year).
• 21 days paid leaves.
• Health insurance after a year with us (After a year).

• Have thorough knowledge of PHP, JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap
• Possess the ability in Angular js, React js
• Top-notch programming skills, ability to produce quality code that is maintainable, efficient, reliable and secure.
• Development of APIs as required. Rest or Soap API integration.
• Strong knowledge of MVC is required
• Must Know Framework like Laravel, CodeIgniter, Cake Php, Yii
• Have experience in MySQL, MariaDB databases.
• Distributed version control and regular deployments.
• Have Good Communication skills.

Basic experience developing web applications using Cake PHP or other MVC framework

Strong PHP skills with any MVC Framework -Cake PHP / Laravel / Yii / Code ignitor, etc.

Strong MySQL, AJAX, jQuery, HTML & JavaScript skills

Experience integrating Payment Gateway and third-party PHP libraries is preferable

Work alongside a broader team with a focus on Design, UX, Optimization, Back End processes, DevOps Efficiency with the goal of delivering high-quality projects using the latest tech stack. A keen eye for detail, along with a passion to deliver quality, customer-focused solutions is absolutely essential.

Championing Web Development: You will be responsible for handling web development from ideation to production.

Collaboration with product manager and other developers, owning a large part of the process from problem understanding to shipping the solution.

Contribute best-in-class programming skills to develop highly innovative, consumer-facing web products.

Desired Profile

Great skills in PHP MVC frameworks like Laravel, CodeIgniter, etc.

Extensive Experience in API integration and development is required.

Experience in jQuery and AJAX.

Working knowledge of web technologies including HTML, and CSS is required.

Basic understanding of version control systems like Git and SVN.

Experience working with AWS or any other Linux Cloud Servers is a huge plus.

Passionate about writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.

Strong analytical and debugging skills and experience building consumer systems at scale.