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What this role officially is
software developer — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
Software developers implement or program all kinds of software systems based on specifications and designs by using programming languages, tools, and platforms.
Also known as: application developer, application programmer, solutions developer, programmer, software specialist, application software developer
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Job Location: 100% remote in Romania
Recruitment process:
• HR Call
• Technical interview
Key Responsibilities
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Design and implementation: Craft client code for high complexity tasks, code that is not just efficient, but also performant, testable, scalable, secure, and of the highest quality. Gather requirements, validate their understanding amongst the team, create and maintain relevant documentation. Contribute to code reviews, documentation, and addressing complex bug fixes with a focus on security, performance, and reliability. Develop unit tests to ensure appropriate quality of implemented modules.
•
Autonomy in Complex Task Execution: Deliver high-complexity tasks independently within a defined architecture, specifically on existing engagements, ensuring consistency and alignment with project standards.
•
Technical ownership: Execute activities within current methodology and upholding the highest quality standards. Provide accurate status tracking, reporting, and estimation using project methods and tools.
•
Version Control Strategy: Contribute to creating the team's technical documentation and repository management practices, including tasks such as creating branches, pull requests, merges, etc.
•
Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for improving processes and unit tests coverage, contributing to the selection and implementation of advanced tools and technologies. Drive the adoption of advanced tools and practices that enhance product quality.
•
Cross-functional Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with product, design, and QA teams promoting effective communication and collaboration.
•
Mentoring: Mentor junior team members and advocate for quality standards and good practices throughout the project lifecycle.
•
Knowledge Sharing: Share knowledge and insights with the team, contributing to skill development and process refinement.
•
Stay Informed on Industry Trends: Maintain awareness of new testing technologies, methodologies, and industry best practices. Share findings with the team and Technical Lead/PDM, suggesting ways to leverage new insights for improved quality and efficiency.
•
Organization Culture and Development: Contribute to the implementation of the recruitment process.
Required experience:
• Development (4+ years) Python/Go/C/C embedded/Java programming skills with: Experience in building backend/frontend (JS) applications at scale.
• Proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (inheritance, polymorphism, classes, instances, properties).
• Good knowledge and experience with Design patterns, ORMs, UML.
• Good knowledge of REST API and serialization formats.
• Proficient (3+ years) in Networking concepts, protocols, traffic generation/inspection tools.
• Solid experience with Linux CLI, bash scripting, and virtualization technologies.
• Solid experience with API testing tools e.g.: Postman, Swagger etc.
• Solid experience with version control tools e.g.: Git, Perforce, BitBucket etc.
• Experienced with CI/CD Tools e.g.: Jenkins, GitLab CI etc.
• Expertise with defect tracking systems (Jira, TargetProcess, Mantis, Trello).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development (Scrum, Kanban).
• Good understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experienced as Software developer with proven success in requirements gathering, design, implementation, unit tests creation, code reviews and documentation.
• Experience in engineering software systems of medium-to-large scope and complexity.
• Solid demonstrated experience following and adapting high-level architecture to project and client needs.
• Experience in analyzing requirements, identifying unit test scenarios, and developing effective test cases.
• Continuous improvement mindset with ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Adaptability when managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to lead and mentor team members.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills in English, with ability to explain complex technical issues clearly.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
Additional Preferred Experience:
• Professional certifications demonstrating commitment to best practices (Cloud certifications - AWS, Azure).
• In-depth understanding of both software development lifecycle (SDLC) and software testing lifecycle (STLC).
• Expertise in performance and scalability testing using industry-standard tools.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Recruitment process:
• HR Call
• Technical interview
Key Responsibilities
•
Design and implementation: Craft client code for high complexity tasks, code that is not just efficient, but also performant, testable, scalable, secure, and of the highest quality. Gather requirements, validate their understanding amongst the team, create and maintain relevant documentation. Contribute to code reviews, documentation, and addressing complex bug fixes with a focus on security, performance, and reliability. Develop unit tests to ensure appropriate quality of implemented modules.
•
Autonomy in Complex Task Execution: Deliver high-complexity tasks independently within a defined architecture, specifically on existing engagements, ensuring consistency and alignment with project standards.
•
Technical ownership: Execute activities within current methodology and upholding the highest quality standards. Provide accurate status tracking, reporting, and estimation using project methods and tools.
•
Version Control Strategy: Contribute to creating the team's technical documentation and repository management practices, including tasks such as creating branches, pull requests, merges, etc.
•
Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for improving processes and unit tests coverage, contributing to the selection and implementation of advanced tools and technologies. Drive the adoption of advanced tools and practices that enhance product quality.
•
Cross-functional Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with product, design, and QA teams promoting effective communication and collaboration.
•
Mentoring: Mentor junior team members and advocate for quality standards and good practices throughout the project lifecycle.
•
Knowledge Sharing: Share knowledge and insights with the team, contributing to skill development and process refinement.
•
Stay Informed on Industry Trends: Maintain awareness of new testing technologies, methodologies, and industry best practices. Share findings with the team and Technical Lead/PDM, suggesting ways to leverage new insights for improved quality and efficiency.
•
Organization Culture and Development: Contribute to the implementation of the recruitment process.
Required experience:
• Development (4+ years) Python/Go/C/C embedded/Java programming skills with: Experience in building backend/frontend (JS) applications at scale.
• Proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (inheritance, polymorphism, classes, instances, properties).
• Good knowledge and experience with Design patterns, ORMs, UML.
• Good knowledge of REST API and serialization formats.
• Proficient (3+ years) in Networking concepts, protocols, traffic generation/inspection tools.
• Solid experience with Linux CLI, bash scripting, and virtualization technologies.
• Solid experience with API testing tools e.g.: Postman, Swagger etc.
• Solid experience with version control tools e.g.: Git, Perforce, BitBucket etc.
• Experienced with CI/CD Tools e.g.: Jenkins, GitLab CI etc.
• Expertise with defect tracking systems (Jira, TargetProcess, Mantis, Trello).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development (Scrum, Kanban).
• Good understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experienced as Software developer with proven success in requirements gathering, design, implementation, unit tests creation, code reviews and documentation.
• Experience in engineering software systems of medium-to-large scope and complexity.
• Solid demonstrated experience following and adapting high-level architecture to project and client needs.
• Experience in analyzing requirements, identifying unit test scenarios, and developing effective test cases.
• Continuous improvement mindset with ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Adaptability when managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to lead and mentor team members.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills in English, with ability to explain complex technical issues clearly.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
Additional Preferred Experience:
• Professional certifications demonstrating commitment to best practices (Cloud certifications - AWS, Azure).
• In-depth understanding of both software development lifecycle (SDLC) and software testing lifecycle (STLC).
• Expertise in performance and scalability testing using industry-standard tools.
Originally posted on Himalayas