Senior Staff Software Engineer

flatgigsDubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

On-site Full-time

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RequirementsMinimum of 7 years in backend engineering, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in Node.js & TypeScript in production environments. Extensive knowledge of AWS services including Lambda, Cognito, S3, DynamoDB, and SQS/SNS. Proven success in developing serverless, microservices, and event-driven architectures. Solid foundation in API design, distributed systems, and debugging. Experience in leading architectural decisions and mentoring engineering teams.

About the job

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute backend architecture and technical strategy.
Oversee feature delivery from inception to completion, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
Advocate for and implement engineering best practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), and clean architecture principles.
Conduct thorough code reviews and mentor engineers to elevate technical standards.
Enhance workflows, monitoring systems, and incident management protocols.
Collaborate closely with Product teams and stakeholders to align technical initiatives with business goals.

About flatgigs

flatgigs is at the forefront of technology innovation, providing a dynamic environment where skilled professionals can thrive. We prioritize collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions.

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