At Kpler, we simplify global trade information and provide valuable insights. Founded in 2014, our goal is to help over 10,000 organisations by offering the best intelligence on commodities, energy, and maritime through a single platform.
Working at Kpler means you'll be a key player in turning complex data into strategic resources for our clients. Your role involves creating data-driven stories that empower clients in their industries.
Your expertise helps Kpler navigate markets successfully. Your journey starts here, where innovation meets impact. Join our team of 500+ talented people from 35+ countries worldwide.
Job Overview
As a Full Stack Senior Engineer with TypeScript development experience, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our notifications system, which will include implementing queuing mechanisms for efficient message delivery, as well as implementing APIs for other engineers to create and consume notifications events. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and a delightful user experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define and refine project requirements.
- Design, develop, and maintain TypeScript-based backend and frontend components for the notifications and queueing system.
- Implement efficient queuing mechanisms to manage message delivery and ensure scalability.
- Integrate third-party APIs and services to enhance the functionality of the notifications system.
- Assist in the creation of responsive and user-friendly frontend interfaces to display notifications.
- Optimise system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability.
- Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and adhere to coding standards.
- Write and maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- A minimum of five years experience as a Full Stack Engineer with expertise in TypeScript development.
- Strong knowledge of queuing systems and message delivery mechanisms.
- Proficiency in frontend technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g. React or Vue.js).
- Experience with backend technologies and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Express, or NestJS).
- Familiarity with database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and data modelling.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (preferably AWS) would be nice to have.
- Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) would be nice to have.
- Previous work on notification systems or related projects would be nice to have.
- Experience with Java and Spring Boot will be a bonus, but not essential
We're a dynamic company dedicated to nurturing connections and innovating solutions that tackle market challenges head-on. If you're driven by customer satisfaction and thrive on turning ideas into reality, then you've found your ideal destination. Are you prepared to embark on this exciting journey with us?
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Kpler is committed to providing a fair, inclusive and diverse work-environment. We believe that different perspectives lead to better ideas, and better ideas allow us to better understand the needs and interests of our diverse, global community. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives and are an equal opportunity employer.
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Last updated on Jan 31, 2024