Job Description:
Overview:
We are urgently looking for a Sr. Software Engineer for our client that will handle the following duties for the company:
- Implement requirements and prototypes in Node.js, JavaScript and other development languages
- Maintain website by addressing and fixing site issues and defects
- Ensure code quality with unit tests by using test-driven development Provide feedback through code reviews and peer programming techniques
- Document code implementation within the codebase and on the wiki
- When tools, automation, or innovative functionality is needed, researches and develops latest technologies
- Interact with product and project managers to understand requirements that will be implemented
- Collaborate with search, mobile and other engineering teams to design and implement consumer features
- Work together with team members to plan, break-down and implement functional tasks
Qualifications/Skills:
- Bachelor in Computer Science and 3-5 years' combined web development experience, preferably using Node.js or JavaScript; OR Masters in Computer Science and 1-2 years' combined web development experience, preferably using Node.js or JavaScript
- Web development experience (professional and/or academic) using any of these technologies: Java, Python, Perl or Ruby Experience with Jade and Less is a plus
- Node.js experience is highly desired; at the very least, candidate should have strong desire and aptitude to work with Node
- Experience developing web sites utilizing lightweight web services is a plus
- Experience developing web for mobile devices is a plus
Attributes for the Role:
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with aggressive deadlines and multiple priorities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Able to work with cross-functional leads in engineering, product, QA, and operations
- Well versed in agile practices and collaborative development
Additional Information:
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
