Staff Software Engineer

Profile Title: Software Development Engineer

Location: Pune Remote

Company Profile:

Growloc Private Limited is a leading Agri-tech company in India specializing in IoT solutions for farm management. We empower farmers with innovative technology to optimize resource usage, improve yields, and ensure consistent quality produce. Backed by a team of passionate individuals, Growloc Private Limited is committed to creating a more sustainable and productive future for Indian agriculture.

Role Overview:

 We’re looking for a MERN Stack Engineer (SDE-2) who’s passionate about building impactful products and believes in working smarter—with AI copilots, automation, and lean dev cycles. You’ll be part of a high-ownership team responsible for delivering full-stack features, writing testable code, and deploying to production with CI/CD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain robust full-stack applications using MongoDB, Nest.js, React.js, and Node.js.

• Actively leverage AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT, etc.) for faster development, documentation, and writing test cases.

• Write and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality.

• Own features end-to-end—from design to deployment using modern CI/CD workflows (GitHub Actions, Vercel, AWS).

• Collaborate with product, data, and hardware teams in a lean setup to ship fast and iterate often.

• Ensure performance, responsiveness, and scalability of front-end and backend systems.

Required Skills:

• 2–5 years of professional experience building products using the MERN stack.

• Strong understanding of frontend architecture (React Hooks, Context API/Redux).

• Proficiency in Node.js, Express, and MongoDB schema design.

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools, Git workflows, and cloud deployments.

• Experience with automated testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha, Cypress, etc.).

• Demonstrated use of AI-based coding assistants in real-world development workflows.

Good to Have:

• Exposure to IoT systems or integration with hardware devices.

• Experience working with LoRaWAN protocols and sensor data ingestion.

• Familiarity with WebSockets, MQTT, or real-time data processing.

• Background in agriculture, climate-tech, or rural tech products.

• Knowledge of TypeScript or serverless architectures.

Compensation: Best as per the market standards

At Growloc, we believe in purpose-driven technology. You’ll be part of a collaborative team working at the intersection of agriculture and innovation. If you're excited about building products that matter—and making a real-world impact—this is the place for you.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain web and backend components using Python, Node.js, and Zoho tools

Design and implement custom workflows and automations in Zoho

Perform code reviews to maintain quality standards and best practices

Debug and resolve technical issues promptly

Collaborate with teams to gather and analyze requirements for effective solutions

Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code

Manage and optimize databases to support changing business needs

Contribute individually while mentoring and supporting team members

Adapt quickly to a fast-paced environment and meet expectations within the first month

Leadership Opportunities

Lead and mentor junior developers in the team

Drive projects independently while collaborating with the broader team

Act as a technical liaison between the team and stakeholders to deliver effective solutions

Selection Process

1. HR Screening: Review of qualifications and experience

2. Online Technical Assessment: Test coding and problem-solving skills

3. Technical Interview: Assess expertise in web development, Python, Node.js, APIs, and Zoho

4. Leadership Evaluation: Evaluate team collaboration and leadership abilities

5. Management Interview: Discuss cultural fit and career opportunities

6. Offer Discussion: Finalize compensation and role specifics

Experience Required

5- 7 years of relevant experience as a Software Developer

Proven ability to work as a self-starter and contribute individually

Strong technical and interpersonal skills to support team members effectively

We are looking for a highly experienced and visionary Tech Lead / Solution Architect with deep expertise in the MERN stack and AWS to join our organization. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership across multiple projects, guiding architecture decisions, and ensuring scalable, maintainable, and high-quality solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to define technical strategies, mentor developers, and drive the successful execution of complex projects. Your leadership, architectural insight, and hands-on development skills will be key to the team’s success and the organization's technological growth.

Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for all the technical decisions related to the project.
• Lead and mentor a team of developers, providing technical guidance and expertise.
• Collaborate with product managers, business analysts, and other stakeholders.
• Architect and design technical solutions that align with project goals and industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain scalable, reliable, and efficient software applications.
• Conduct code reviews, ensure code quality, and enforce coding standards.
• Identify technical risks and challenges, and propose solutions to mitigate them.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and trends in software development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software components.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree / Graduate
• Proven experience 7-10 years as a Technical Lead or similar role in software development (start-up experience preferred)
• Strong technical skills in programming languages such as MERN, Python, Postgres, MySQL.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and microservices architecture.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Certifications on us

Joining : Immediate

Location : Malad (West) - Work From Office

This opportunity is for Work From Office.

Apply for this job if your current location is mumbai.

• 3+ years of overall application development experience
• 5 years of Java 8, J2EE, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, JPA
• 2 years of Angular 8+, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
• Expert knowledge of SQL and PL SQL programming with MySQL database
• Strong knowledge of Maven, Junit, Mockito, GitLab, GitHub, and Jira
• Nice to have Docker implementation experience
• Experienced with TDD test driven development and automated unit testing including UI unit testing frameworks
• Expert knowledge of  JSON RESTful web service development
• Experience with code reviews development of coding standards practices improving the quality in the software code
• Ability to work independently, take initiative to ensure efficient and timely resolution of production issues
• Excellent problem-solving design development and debugging skills
• Ability to solve problems using an analytical approach decisive fast moving quick and constructive resolutions of conflicts and a can-do attitude
• Expert knowledge in Agile Scrum practices Software Development and Application Life Cycle Management

• Collaborate with internal teams and the Solution Architect to discuss software design and architecture and best practices.
• Learn & work on POC's of trending technology along with the Solution Architect

• Translate application storyboards and use cases into functional applications
• Ensures the code follows latest coding practices and industry standards
• Contribute development activities into various projects
• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications
• Should be able to identify, categorize, parse out, articulate and fix problems that occur in applications
• Should understand concept of iterative development and leverage DevOps tools for CI & CD
• Form strong working relationships with your peers and across the team
• Mentoring and educating less experienced team members in related technologies using methods such as informal training, pair programming etc
• Project Participation

• Early adoption of trending technologies
• Proactive communication/soft skills

• Deep knowledge of OOPS, and RESTful API services.
• Experience using well-known JavaScript frameworks and libraries, such as React / Angular / Vue etc.
• Deep expertise in one or more of the following technologies - PHP, NodeJS, .NET
• Knowledge of DevOps (Containerization / Jenkins Pipeline, etc.)
• Ability to write and high quality and secure code and understand performance issues
• Experience with database systems, with knowledge of SQL and NoSQL stores (e.g., MySQL, Oracle / MongoDB, SQL Server, etc.)
• Experience on cloud related technologies (AWS / Azure) could be add-on.
• Proficient in multiple stacks of technologies / systems / tools and focus on building depth and breadth of skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to build a work plan or parts of a work plan, as applicable for role
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies.

• Development - .NET Core | PHP | HTML5/CSS | Angular | React | VueJS
• DevOps - GIT, Jenkins
• Cloud – AWS | Azure
• Database – Oracle | Mongo DB | MSSQL | MySQL | PostGreSQL

• Team Player
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate complex technical concepts and align organization on decisions
• Ability to communicate well in English
• Sound problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly process complex information and present it clearly and simply
• Passionate about technology and excited about the impact of emerging/disruptive technologies
• Open to learning new ideas outside scope or knowledge skillset
• Creating a positive environment within the team
• Strong team player and be a technical lead for the team.
• Challenge the status quo

• Review business requirements, identify gaps, and author functional design documents
• Develop high-quality software that is aligned with user needs and business goals
• Participate and author technical design documents, incl. application integration.
• Exposure to design patterns is desirable.
• Proactive and self-starter requiring minimal supervision, who can collaborate with multiple stakeholders in the company
• Team player who works well with development/ product engineering teams
• Adept at troubleshooting and solving complex problems using root cause analysis
• Adherence with software development processes. Demonstrate problem-solving skills and attention to quality and detail
• Good communication skills, proficiency in verbal and written English
• Perform code reviews and unit testing of program modules
• Execute conversion plans and document possible improvements; identifying and resolving disruptions in the processes

Roles and Responsibilities:

An ideal candidate will exhibit the following traits:

• Adapt and work on distributed technology stacks
• Work with BA’s to define or elaborate business software requirements
• Design and build responsive and usable interface (UI/UX) for web and mobile applications through appealing, visual design
• Take ownership of product features and work closely with stakeholders to ideate and rapidly release minimum viable product or solution Extensive experience with SDLC phases including Agile methodologies
• Assist in designing client-side and server-side architecture
• Develop well-managed, high-quality, scalable, and reusable code using .NET components, web service APIs, database procedures, JavaScript, etc.
• Build automation pipeline (CI/CD) through appropriate tools and scripting
• Perform code reviews, validation, and verification testing
• Debug code, solve incidents and defects
• Proactively communicate in providing status reports and report blockers
• Document technical design and unit test plans
• Evaluate security and regulatory requirements

• Full-stack developer with extensive knowledge of software development, agile methodologies, and the following technologies: C#, ASP.NET, Web API, HTML/CSS, MVC, WCF, Python, JavaScript, SQL Server/Oracle
• Experience developing highly responsive web and mobile applications (UI/UX) using HTML5/CSS3, W3.CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, XML, Xamarin, etc.
• Familiarity with various operating systems (Linux, Mac OS, Windows)
•  Hands-on experience in software development and agile methodologies
• Analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude
• Proficiency in relational databases like SQL Server and Oracle. Knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google cloud), container, and virtualization will be a big plus.
• Familiarity with Continuous integration (Jenkins/Hudson) and version control (GitHub, SVN). Knowledge of modern frameworks and design patterns, and test automation tools for Unit and Performance testing.
• Experience creating secure RESTful web services in XML and JSON

• demonstrates a growth mindset, seeks feedback often and is effective in continuous personal and professional development
• provides expertise in all phases of the development lifecycle from concept and design to testing
• defines the architecture, best practices and coding standards for the product development team
• supports continuous technical improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and presenting these for architectural review
• motivates team members and extends goodwill to other employees while having fun!

• 2+ years of software industry experience
• Strong Expertise in JS, PHP, React, Node, Angular2+, MySQL, PostgreSQL
• Solid understanding of software design, development, testing, and problem-solving
• Expertise in coding efficient, high quality and modularized software
• Experience in developing Web services - Rest/Soap APIs/HTTP API - Microservices
• Experience setting up and managing servers. Devops experience is a big plus
• Strong exposure on Database like RDBMS - Postgres DB / NoSQL DB like DynamoDB, Elasticsearch
• Experience in Cloud / Storage like Amazon (AWS) - EC2/EBS/S3
• Expertise in test automation
• Familiarity with Unix shell and source control systems and tools such as git
• Strong technical leadership skills
• Comfortable collaborating with designers, front-end developers and other team members
• Strong communication skills
• Technical Coaching and mentoring skills
• Understanding of machine learning, natural language processing is a plus