Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack

About [Company Name]

[Company Name] is a rapidly growing, innovative tech company dedicated to [briefly state company mission or core product/service, e.g., “revolutionizing the way businesses manage their customer relationships,” or “building cutting-edge AI solutions for sustainable energy.”]. We believe in fostering a collaborative, dynamic, and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive and make a significant impact. With a strong focus on [e.g., “user experience and scalable solutions,” or “data-driven decisions and continuous improvement”], we’re building the future of [industry].

The Opportunity: About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join our product development team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying robust, scalable, and high-performance applications that power our core platform. You will work across the entire stack, from intuitive front-end user interfaces to complex back-end services, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle. This role offers the chance to lead by example, mentor junior engineers, and significantly influence our technical direction and product roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of full-stack applications and services using modern technologies.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other engineers to translate product requirements into technical specifications and deliver innovative solutions.
• Architect and implement highly scalable, reliable, and secure microservices and APIs.
• Develop responsive and intuitive user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks.
• Ensure the highest quality of code through comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices.
• Contribute to our DevOps culture by designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and alerting solutions.
• Participate in on-call rotation to support critical applications and ensure system stability.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Actively participate in technical discussions, architectural reviews, and contribute to setting future technical strategy.
• Identify and address technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and areas for improvement within our existing systems.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack software development, with a strong portfolio of successfully delivered projects.
• Expert proficiency in at least one modern front-end framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and associated tooling (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Strong expertise in at least one modern back-end language and framework (e.g., Python/Django/Flask, Node.js/Express, Java/Spring Boot, Go, Ruby on Rails).
• Deep understanding of RESTful API design principles and experience building robust, scalable APIs.
• Extensive experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB).
• Proficiency with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of software engineering best practices, including design patterns, data structures, algorithms, and defensive programming.
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating high-quality software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Skills (Bonus Points!)

• Experience with event-driven architectures and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS).
• Familiarity with GraphQL.
• Prior experience in a leadership or mentorship role.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong personal project portfolio.
• Experience with performance optimization and scalability challenges in high-traffic applications.
• Knowledge of security best practices in web development.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Flexible work environment (remote-friendly, hybrid options available).
• Opportunities for professional development, including conferences, workshops, and online courses.
• A dynamic, inclusive, and supportive company culture that values collaboration, innovation, and work-life balance.
• State-of-the-art equipment and tools to help you do your best work.
• Regular team events, social gatherings, and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Meaningful work that makes a real impact on our product and users.

Diversity & Inclusion

[Company Name] is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, genders, and abilities.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re an experienced, passionate full-stack engineer looking to make a significant impact at a fast-growing company, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you’re excited about this opportunity.