Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer (Technical Lead) to lead and expand our engineering team responsible for developing our next-generation e-commerce platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive technical expertise, proven leadership abilities, and experience working in fast-paced e-commerce environments similar to industry leaders like Amazon, Shopify, and Zalando.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership:
  • Drive the architectural direction of our e-commerce platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
  • Lead the design and development of complex ERP systems and large-scale applications.
  • Implement micro-services architecture and ensure seamless integration between services.
  • Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing engineering team.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

• Project Execution:
  • Oversee end-to-end project management using Agile methodologies.
  • Ensure timely delivery of features and enhancements with high quality.
• Technology Strategy:
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation.
  • Evaluate and integrate machine learning solutions to enhance platform capabilities.
• Quality and Compliance:
  • Establish coding standards, best practices, and code review processes.
  • Ensure software compliance with industry standards such as ISO, SOC, and PCI DSS.
• DevOps and Automation:
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
  • Optimize deployment processes to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with product managers, UX designers, and other stakeholders to align engineering efforts with business goals.
  • Facilitate effective communication across cross-functional teams.
• Performance Optimization:
  • Monitor application performance and implement strategies for improvement.
  • Utilize data analytics to make informed decisions and drive enhancements.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years of software development experience.
  • At least 5 years of experience managing and scaling engineering teams.
  • Proven experience in building and operating large-scale, distributed e-commerce platforms.
  • Experience with enterprise ERP systems and warehouse management solutions.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Javascript, Typescript, Python, Rust, or Go.
  • Deep understanding of RESTful API design and Open API standards.
  • Experience with cloud platforms like AWS (preferred), Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
  • Experience with DevOps practices and tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Terraform).
  • Experience with search technologies (Elasticsearch, Solr).
  • Knowledge of message brokers and streaming platforms (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
  • Experience in building automation tools for warehouse operations.
  • Understanding of front-end technologies (JavaScript, React, Angular) is a plus.
• Compliance and Security:
  • Experience in developing software compliant with ISO, SOC, PCI DSS standards.
  • Strong knowledge of application security best practices.

• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice to Have

• Exposure to machine learning concepts and their application in e-commerce platforms.
• Experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch is a plus.
• Understanding of international e-commerce regulations and localization.