Senior Software Engineer (Node.js & Google Cloud)

Experience

: 3.00 + years

Salary

: ZAR 480000-660000 / year (based on experience)

Expected Notice Period

: 15 Days

Shift

: (GMT+05:30) Asia/Kolkata (IST)

Opportunity Type

: Remote

Placement Type

: Full Time Permanent position(Payroll and Compliance to be managed by: Chat Inc)

(*Note: This is a requirement for one of Uplers' client - SA dynamic player in the chat commerce and WA marketing automation space)What do you need for this opportunity?Must have skills required:Certification Google Cloud, DevOp, Nest.js, NestJS, UI Framework, Cloud Functions, Node.js, Docker, Google Cloud Platform, Google Firebase, JavaScript, Kubernetes, MySQL, PostgreSQL, TypeScriptSA dynamic player in the chat commerce and WA marketing automation space is Looking for:

Senior Software Engineer

(Node.js & Google Cloud)

Who we are

The client is a global Chat Solutions company and Meta Business partner located in CapeTown, South Africa.Our primary focus lies in leveraging the WhatsApp Business platform to design and buildrobust Software, Integrations, and APIs for various industry segments such as Retail,Manufacturing, Transport and Logistics, Aviation, FMCG, Agriculture, Contact Centre,Recruitment, BPO & IT.In a nutshell, we love to solve interesting business challenges using the power of businessmessaging tools. We’ve done our 10 000 hours building WhatsApp solutions, and haveestablished a long standing track record of innovation in helping clients solve uniquelyAfrican business challenges. Some of our notable achievements have been building the firstever Retail credit application and document collection chatbot eight years ago. In addition,helping FlySAfair to deliver boarding passes through WhatsApp, as well as DStv offeringcustomer self-service using WhatsApp, both firsts on the continent.

Where we are in our journey

We are at the scale-up phase of our journey, looking at rapid global growth within the next 6

• 18 months. If you think you have what it takes to help us achieve this, then jump on board
  

and help us take our systems and business to the next level.As a team we are still relatively lean and have been operating in a startup environment.Everyone has been wearing multiple hats and as a collective we drove the business forward.We are looking to change that by expanding our technical skills deeper within our tech stackand are now entering into our next great phase where you don't have as many hats as asmall startup but you still get a lot of freedom and exposure that the corporate environmentlacks.

How We Work

For Local staff we are quite flexible in the way that we work. For the first 3 months you willbe required to be in the office every day to help get to know the team and the business.Following from there we have a flexible and hybrid approach.For International remote hires the position is fully remote and will provide equipment asneeded.

Position Summary

Job Title : Senior Software EngineerAnnual Leave : 15 Working daysExperience : At least 3 Years of experienceLocation : Remote

Hiring Process :Initial Interview

• General questions
• Some technical questions
• Information about the role
  

AssessmentFinal InterviewGrowth :Training Time given: Access to training platforms: Growth plan

Team & Culture :

5 Developers, 1 Team Lead, 1 Technical LeadEncourage learningEncourage knowledge sharing and assistancePride in work doneResponsibility and ownership of work.Willingness to listen and grow on all levelsWhat You’ll DoYou will be a key member of the team by helping with planning and implementing newsolutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement Node based solutions to be hosted on GCP.
• Participate in planning sessions.
• Function as a Senior developer / engineer in the development team making sure the
• team makes sound technical decisions.
• Optimize cost, performance, and scalability of cloud environments.
• Ensure security, compliance, and governance are adhered to in all solutions.
• Create documentation for solutions
  

Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications:Certification Google Cloud (IE Cloud Architect, Cloud Developer, Cloud Database Engineer)Knowledge of container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes (AKS) or Docker.5 Years of relevant experience Experience with Cloud Hosting platform

• Google Cloud Platform Skill with the Frameworks and Languages below
• NestJs
• TypeScript
• JavaScript
• Node JS
  

Strong Database experience with SQL DBs and experience with Document dbs

• FireBase
• My SQL
• Cloud SQL
• MongoDb
• PostgreSQL
• Tools
• Git
  

Bonus Skills:

• UI Frameworks
• React
• NextJs
• MUI
• Laravel
  

Ideal candidate will be:

• Go-getter attitude with a passion for technology;
• Enquiring and problem-solving mindset;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to learn fast and adapt to change; and
• Be a team player.
• work smart
• get things done and able to work independently
  

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment;
• Competitive compensation package
• Great opportunity to have your voice heard and play a critical role in scaling a SaaS
• business
• Opportunity to learn and grow in the chat space;
• Grow your career and become part of a global company.
• If you’re passionate about cloud-native tech, solving real business challenges, and want to
• help build Africa’s leading chat commerce platform, we’d love to hear from you.
  

How to apply for this opportunity?

• Step 1: Click On Apply! And Register or Login on our portal.
• Step 2: Complete the Screening Form & Upload updated Resume
• Step 3: Increase your chances to get shortlisted & meet the client for the Interview!
  

About Uplers:

Our goal is to make hiring reliable, simple, and fast. Our role will be to help all our talents find and apply for relevant contractual onsite opportunities and progress in their career. We will support any grievances or challenges you may face during the engagement.(Note: There are many more opportunities apart from this on the portal. Depending on the assessments you clear, you can apply for them as well).So, if you are ready for a new challenge, a great work environment, and an opportunity to take your career to the next level, don't hesitate to apply today. We are waiting for you!