Sr. Software Engineer

The Opportunity

As a Senior Software Engineer at applyboard, you will play a pivotal role in Applyboard’s technological advancement and product development.

Leveraging your knowledge in all stages of software engineering, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy innovative solutions that address complex technical challenges.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

You will work closely with Managers, Staff and Principal Engineers to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions while contributing hands-on to development efforts.

What you’ll be doing every day :

Technical Leadership : Lead the design and implementation of robust software solutions, providing technical guidance and expertise to the development team.

Drive best practices in software development, ensuring code quality, scalability, and maintainability.

Full-Stack Development : Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

Develop front-end and back-end components using modern frameworks and technologies.

Architecture Design : Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to define software architecture and system design. Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and tools to enhance the efficiency and performance of our software products.

Problem Solving : Analyze complex technical problems and propose innovative solutions. Troubleshoot issues, analyze root causes and implement effective fixes and optimizations.

Team Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, QA engineers, and DevOps specialists, to deliver high-quality software solutions on time and within budget.

Mentor junior engineers, share knowledge, and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Champion Agile methodologies and practices : utilizing Kanban to prioritize and deliver features and enhancements on time;

Technical Documentation : Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, API specifications, code comments, and user guides.

Ensure clear communication of technical concepts and project requirements to stakeholders.

Continuous Development : : Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact on our technology stack and recommending adoption where appropriate

What you bring to the table :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred;
• 6+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with a focus on full-stack development;
• Strong proficiency in backend language / framework (e.g., Typescript, NestJS, Ruby on Rails) and frontend framework (e.g., React, Next.js);
• Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms, with proficiency in infrastructure as code (e.g., AWS CDK, Terraform, Ansible);
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture, design patterns, and best practices;
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders;

Passion for continuous learning and professional development, with a desire to stay ahead of industry trends and best practices

Preferred Qualifications :

• Great experience with TypeScript and its application in frontend and backend development;
• Experience with server-side rendering using NextJS or similar frameworks;
• Experience with CI / CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or similar tools;
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration tools;
• Active participation in open-source communities or contributions to relevant projects;

Benefits :

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package;
• Flexible remote work options;
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement;

A collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and creativity

If you're a passionate and experienced software engineer with a knack for leadership and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us in shaping the future of Education and driving excellence in everything we do. Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!