Job Description

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack web applications using Node.js and/or Python on the backend and React.js on the frontend.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs to support seamless communication between frontend and backend systems.
• Develop reusable, component-based UI architectures in React following Atomic Design principles.
• Apply software design patterns (MVC, Singleton, Factory, Observer, etc.) to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Work with both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) databases for data modeling, querying, and optimization.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and architecture decisions to maintain high engineering standards.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure reliability, performance, and code quality.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications across the stack.
• Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and other Agile ceremonies.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, including GenAI, LLMs, and modern frontend/backend frameworks.

Essential Skills

Job

• Strong proficiency in Node.js and/or Python.
• Hands-on experience with React.js (functional components, hooks, state management).
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design, development, and integration.
• Strong knowledge of component-based architecture and reusable UI patterns in React.
• Understanding of the Atomic Design methodology for scalable frontend systems.
• Good grasp of design patterns (MVC, Singleton, Factory, Observer, etc.).
• Strong experience with JavaScript (ES6+), async programming, and API handling.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Strong database fundamentals with experience in SQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
• Version control using Git.

Personal

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, agile environments.

Preferred Skills

Job

• Basic infrastructure and deployment knowledge (networking, scaling, environments).
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS and Microsoft Azure.
• Understanding of GenAI concepts (LLMs, prompt engineering, embeddings, agent-based workflows).
• Familiarity with vector databases.
• Exposure to backend frameworks like Express.js, FastAPI, or Django.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and CI/CD basics.
• Exposure to microservices architecture and distributed systems basics.
• Basic understanding of application security best practices.

Personal

• Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn new technologies.
• Strong ownership and accountability in delivering quality outcomes.

Other Relevant Information

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in full-stack development, cloud, or related areas are a plus.
• Experience working with AI/GenAI-based applications is highly desirable.
• This role offers the flexibility of working remotely in India.

LeewayHertz is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We encourage a diverse range of applicants.