Position Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Architect/Lead Developer to design scalable software solutions using TypeScript and related technologies. You will lead hands-on development (50%), provide architectural support, and mentor the development team (50%). Key responsibilities include building GraphQL APIs, integrating AWS services, maintaining code quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. If you're skilled in TypeScript, AWS, and leadership, this role offers an opportunity to shape our technical architecture and guide the team
ShyftLabs is a rapidly growing data product company that specializes in creating digital solutions for Fortune 500 companies across various industries. We are looking for a talented and experienced Backend Developer to join our team and help us continue to deliver innovative solutions that help accelerate business growth
Job Responsibilities:
- Architectural Support: the design, documentation and architecture of scalable software solutions using TypeScript and related technologies.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and define project requirements, translating them into technical specifications.
- Development Oversight: Engage in hands-on development, focusing on both new feature implementation and maintaining existing applications (50% development).
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with our development team to provide architectural guidance and ensure best practices are followed.
- Support and Mentorship: Mentor and support other development teams by providing architectural guidance and troubleshooting assistance (50% support).
- API Development: Create and optimize GraphQL APIs
- Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable code following best practices, including unit testing and code reviews.
- Troubleshooting: Debug and troubleshoot issues in existing applications to improve performance and reliability.
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of code and processes.
- Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and understanding of project requirements.
- AWS Integration: Utilize AWS services (e.g., Lambda, S3) for application deployment and management.
- Messaging Services: Experience with Kafka or other messaging services for event-driven architectures and data streaming.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with emerging technologies and participate in team knowledge sharing.
Basic Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on architecture and design.
- Proven experience in leading development teams and architectural design.
- Strong knowledge of Nodejs, JavaScript and TypeScript.
- Experience with RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
- Proficiency in AWS services and cloud-based development.
- Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative workflows.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining technical concepts clearly.
- Familiarity with agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle.
- BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
We are proud to offer a competitive salary alongside a strong insurance package. We pride ourselves on the growth of our employees, offering extensive learning and development resources.
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Last updated on Jan 21, 2025