Principal Software Engineer

This role requires an experienced and highly skilled Principal Software Engineer (Full Stack) with a strong focus on React and Node.js to lead the development team. The Principal Full Stack Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing web and mobile applications that provide a seamless user experience. This role will also be expected to mentor and guide junior engineers, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills to succeed in their roles.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of mobile applications and web applications using React, React Native, and other cross-platform technologies, ensuring a seamless user experience for web and mobile applications.
• Develop back-end components using Node.js, writing scalable and efficient code.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement user-friendly and visually appealing interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code using best practices and modern software development methodologies.
• Debug and troubleshoot issues with the application and work with the team to resolve them.
• Implement automated testing and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills to succeed in their roles.
• Participate in code and design reviews, ensuring high-quality and efficient code.
• Stay up to date with new technologies and industry developments.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and processes for software development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in full-stack software development with a strong focus on React and Node.js.
• Experience with mobile app development using React Native or iOS/Android platforms is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or Typescript. Working knowledge of Swift or Kotlin is highly desirable.
• In-depth experience in building and consuming RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure.
• Good understanding of software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Kanban.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills, with a proven track record of leading and mentoring junior engineers.