Web Developer

TAPPP is building the next-generation digital platform by leveraging cell-based architecture to integrate technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Rules, Workflows, Microservices, FaaS (Function as a Service), Micro-frontends, and Micro apps to create a highly extensible and cutting-edge technology platform that brings together sports fans with broadcasters, sports teams, and sportsbooks to create a marketplace for all aspects of sports and we are available across platforms via the Web, Mobile, Roku, and Tablets.

Building out this brand presents significant product and engineering challenges. At the center of solving those challenges is the TAPPP Product Engineering team which is responsible for the TAPPP product end to end.

TAPPP is led by a very able leadership team drawn from Industry leaders from companies like ESPN, Amazon, Blackhawk, Kargocard, Visa, and many others.

Who are we looking for:

A coding enthusiast who loves writing elegant code and developing software systems.

As a Roku developer, you will be a part of the core product development team that is responsible for building high-performant components of the TAPPP platform.

Your responsibility:

• You will be responsible for designing, coding, reviewing, testing, and bug-fixing different modules of the software product that needs to work seamlessly across different environments.
• Write production-quality code in Brightscript / Scenegraph.
• Write unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability and general reliability.
• You will work in an Agile team, working on the TAPPP revolutionary platform. 
• Interface with other teams and/or third-party vendors to assist in the deployment of applications on Roku platforms.

Mandatory technical skills:

• At least 3 years of experience in developing apps for Roku devices.
• Strong knowledge of BrightScript, SceneGraph, and core scripting languages like JS.
• Experience with REST APIs interaction and a strong understanding of client-server architectures.
• Experience with Media Playback, streaming concepts, HLS, and manifests.

Other

Strong independent contributor.

Comfortable working in a start-up environment.

The position is based in Pune(India).

Be a part of one of the best IT companies that is making it easier for businesses and customers to interact with each other, efficiently and economically too.

Our client is a global platform that provides exceptional customer engagement through chatbots and various channels for their business clients. They have made their presence known across verticals, small and large businesses and even in emerging markets. The objective of their messaging platform is to create a rich experience for the marketing, sales and support teams using messaging channels, device manufacturers and operators.

They are currently working with nearly 40 thousand brands, serving almost 6 billion messages per month. Their clientele includes well-known giants such as HDFC Bank, Twitter, FB, Whatsapp, Google, LinkedIn, Zomato, Citibank, Vogue and many more. With offices based in the USA, Brazil, Mexico and India, their team has become an integral part of their clients’ numerous customer success stories.

As a Frontend Developer, you will be required to be an expert in technologies such as HTML, CSS, Javascript, ReactJS, UI Design tools, Wireframe tools etc. and work on the Frontend development of our products/ services.

What you will do:

• Designing and developing a UI framework that can be used across multiple products and website
• Working on optimization of the web application/ websites and keeping knowledge of tools used to benchmark the performance.
• Being aware of agile development (short sprints) and helping the team with debugging and troubleshooting issues.
• Learning newer technologies in UI/UX and guiding the team in delivering quality results.

What you need to have:

• Conceptualizing creative ideas with clients.
• Testing and improving the design of the website.
• Establishing design guidelines, standards, and best practices.
• Maintaining the appearance of websites by enforcing content standards.
• Designing visual imagery for websites and ensuring that they are in line with branding for clients.
• Working with different content management systems.
• Communicating design ideas using user flows, process flows, site maps, and wireframes.
• Incorporating functionalities and features into websites.
• Designing sample pages including colors and fonts.
• Preparing design plans and presenting the website structure.

• A relevant diploma in a related field.
• Proficiency in graphic design software including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and other visual design tools.
• Proficiency in front-end development web programming languages such as HTML and CSS, JQuery, and JavaScript.
• Good understanding of content management systems.
• Good understanding of search engine optimization principles.
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues.
• Excellent visual design skills.
• Up-to-date experience with international web protocols, standards, and technologies.
• Creative and open to new ideas.
• Adaptable and willing to learn new techniques.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Overall 3+  years of software development experience in building web-based and highly scalable applications. 

• Excellent understanding of core computer science concepts like algorithms, data structure, system design, OOP, etc. 

• Deep knowledge and development expertise in React Native/ReactJS 

• Hands-on coding experience in developing multi platform (iOS & Android) mobile applications with REST APIs.

• Experience working as a Full stack developer is a big plus.

• Experience in building single page applications or Javascript heavy front end applications in ReactJS is a big plus.

• Experience working in cloud environments with CI/CD and infrastructure automation is a big plus.

• Experience working in an agile team with software engineering practices like automated testing, test-driven-development, continuous integration, etc is a big plus. 

• Strong oral and written communication.

We are building for the future of work by changing the way the world looks at information and data paradigms. The Meaning Engine by India-based Needle Innovision enables building solutions by processing meaningful data out of anything stored anywhere - structured, unstructured data types, distributed, at scale and more. 

In our quest to do more, we are looking for an exceptionally creative, and technically brilliant Lead React Engineer to join us in a hybrid setting from New Delhi. For us 2 key green flags (read as must-haves) are 

🟢 A need to evolve complete solutions with visibility of end to end modules and not just work on tasks in the next leg of their careers. Basically the excitement to architect.

🟢 Preparedness to move into enterprise-ready environments but as part of a smaller team, so more responsibility to deliver + lead.

This could be an awesome launching pad for someone who enjoys working towards big-picture goals, has a keen interest in leadership, and is excited about aesthetic and useful products, Our teams are sustained on values of care and we offer a generous number of vacation days, the opportunity to craft your calendar with flexible schedules and very soon an insurance plan for you and your loved ones. We offer a starting salary range of 11-15LPA.

What you will do: 

• Work with the product team to understand project requirements.
• Perform technical documentation – Designing architecture, flow diagrams, documenting technical implementation approaches and pseudocode.
• Develop and implement pixel-perfect and highly-responsive user interface components using React.js & ReactNative concepts.
• Oversee development process compliance and CI activities.
• Set and evolve standards and best practices for our application development team
• Guide/Mentor junior developers and empower them on React and related trends.

What you will bring: 

• Today - has a portfolio of beautiful engineered frontend UI. At least some of which they can show us. (🟢 #3)
• Can articulate at least one reason of switch which does not only say growth etc but growth's metric (🟢 #4)
• 3 years minimum detail-oriented experience as a Senior Web Developer creating React.js based solutions and expert-level knowledge of ReactJS, ReactNative ecosystem and ES6.
• Demonstrated experience in B2B application development for large enterprises.
• Ability to review specifications documents and provide technical inputs on successfully implementing business solutions.
• Proficient understanding of build tools and code versioning tools, such as Git/SVN.
• Experience using async RESTful services, CSS preprocessors, bundlers and associated libraries, as well as working knowledge of isomorphic React.

As a Lead React Engineer, you would be expected to understand business requirements, represent Needle to external stakeholders, and have experience in working in agile teams.

If leading a squad that implements real-world impacting digital transformation at the intersection of data science and AI excites you and if our awesome bite-sized team inspires you to be a part of our quest, we think you could be the one to help build the impact, we are looking to building here.