Technical Architect

Proven experience as a hands-on engineer with proficiency in JavaScript, React, TypeScript, and Next.js for front-end and Java for back-end development. Experience in technical decision making guiding the team to propose solutions which implement standard mythologies so that a maintainable product is produced. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor other engineers. Experience working in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR), Retail, or E-commerce industries is a plus. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and drive change through innovation and collaboration.

Description for Internal Candidates

Job Purpose
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Fullstack Architect specializing in React JS and Spring Boot to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for designing and implementing scalable, efficient, and user-friendly web applications, driving innovation in fullstack development across frontend and backend technologies.
Responsibilities
Architect and develop scalable and performant mission critical web applications using Next.js for front-end and Java for API development.
Mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance on best practices, design patterns, and coding standards.
Drive a culture of quality and innovation, advocating Extreme Programming ways of working.
Utilize strong debugging skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in both front-end and back-end systems (including both internal and third-party systems)
Design, develop, test, release, and maintain new and existing web applications using React JS for the frontend and Spring Boot for the backend.
Design, develop, test, release, and maintain RESTful APIs using Spring Boot to support frontend functionalities and third-party integrations.
Collaborate with product and UX teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Present low-level designs and architectural approaches before the development phase.
Write reusable, reliable, and scalable code with a strong emphasis on maintainability and performance.
Build dynamic, responsive, and real-time user interfaces with React JS, ensuring optimal performance and seamless user experiences.
Write unit and integration tests using frameworks like JUnit, Jest, and Mockito to ensure code quality and reliability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, QA, and other engineers, to ensure smooth integration and deployment processes.
Implement and maintain automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
Debug and troubleshoot issues across the full stack, optimizing application performance and ensuring stability.
Work within Agile teams, adhering to best practices and collaborative workflows.
Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience developing fullstack applications using React JS and Spring Boot.
Experience with leading frontend frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
Experience delivering scalable, resilient web applications in large enterprise environments.
Strong knowledge of state management libraries such as Redux and Redux Toolkit.
Proficiency in unit testing frameworks like Jest (for frontend) and JUnit/Mockito (for backend).
Experience with data handling and integration with content management systems (CMS).
Strong experience with integrating third-party libraries, SDKs, and APIs.
Hands-on experience with monitoring, logging, and performance optimization tools (e.g., ELK Stack, Splunk).
Experience with version control systems, particularly Git, and best practices in branching and merging strategies.
Excellent analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Good understanding of CI/CD processes and DevOps best practices.

Nice to Have
Familiarity with cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Experience with DevOps tools for CI/CD, such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or TeamCity.
Knowledge of native mobile development technologies (e.g., Swift, Kotlin, Java) for understanding cross-platform integration.