Software Developer

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and high-performance software applications, primarily focusing on e-commerce, site integration, platform optimization, site maintenance, data-driven, and AI-powered products.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable production-level code while adhering to best practices.
• Conduct thorough unit and integration testing to validate software functionality and reliability.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs and performance issues in a timely manner.
• Optimize and refactor existing code to improve efficiency, readability, and maintainability.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for developed software, APIs, and system architectures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, design solutions, and deliver new features.
• Integrate software with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Azure SQL, MongoDB) to ensure robust data management.
• Develop front-end components and web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like Next.js (essential).
• Build and maintain services primarily using Next.js and Python-flask frameworks for high-performance applications.
• Leverage cloud platforms (preferably Azure) for deployment, scalability, and application management.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs for seamless integration with external services and applications.
• Apply software design patterns to enhance code reusability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Utilize Git and version control systems to collaborate effectively and maintain a structured codebase.
• Ensure software security by implementing best practices, conducting security assessments, and mitigating vulnerabilities.
• Participate in regular code reviews to uphold code quality, enforce best practices, and share knowledge within the team.
• Continuously improve development processes and methodologies to enhance productivity and software quality.

Required Skills

• The ideal candidate should have extensive experience integrating third-party APIs across various domains, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance. This includes:
• Headless CMS Integration (e.g., Contentful)
• Fetch and manage structured content efficiently using GraphQL/REST APIs.
• Optimize API queries for improved performance and scalability.
• Implement dynamic content rendering in frontend applications.
• Product Information Management (PIM) Integration (e.g., Inriver)
• Synchronize and manage product data across multiple channels.
• Ensure data consistency and automated updates from PIM to e-commerce platforms.
• Utilize APIs to import/export product attributes, categories, and media assets.
• AI-Powered Search Integration (e.g., Algolia)
• Implement real-time search and filtering for e-commerce and content-heavy applications.
• Optimize search indexing and ranking using AI-driven search capabilities.
• Configure query rules, faceted search, and personalization features.
• CRM, ERP and Sales Automation Integration (e.g., Salesforce, IFS)
• Sync customer data, leads, and sales information between systems.
• Implement automation workflows for lead tracking and customer engagement.
• Ensure seamless API-based integration with marketing and support tools.
• Mapping, Geolocation and security Services (e.g., Google Maps API, ReCAPTCHA)
• Integrate interactive maps, geolocation, and place search functionality.
• Implement distance-based filtering and location-based services.
• Optimize API usage to manage rate limits and improve performance.
• E-commerce Platform API Integration (e.g., Elastic Path)
• Connect front-end applications with Elastic Path’s headless commerce API.
• Implement product catalogs, shopping cart, and checkout workflows via API.
• Optimize performance using asynchronous data fetching and caching strategies.
• Authentication and Identity Management (e.g., Auth0)
• Implement secure authentication and authorization workflows.
• Integrate Single Sign-On (SSO) and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Manage user roles, permissions, and access control via APIs.
• Product Configuration Service (e.g., Tacton)
• Integrate product configuration logic into e-commerce platforms.
• Ensure seamless handling of complex product variations and pricing rules.
• Utilize API-driven automation for real-time product customization.
• Must be proficient in RESTful and GraphQL APIs, possess strong JSON parsing skills, and have experience handling OAuth2, API keys, and webhook implementations to ensure smooth system interactions.
• Advanced skills and knowledge in coding, web app development, API development, database integration, and design patterns.
• Advanced skills and knowledge in Next JS and Python Flask framework.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity best practices to protect software and data from potential threats.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail to troubleshoot issues and optimize code.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly and collaborate with cross functional teams.
• Openness to learning new technologies and industry trends, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Commitment to understanding and meeting user