Full-Stack Developer

Position Overview:
This role focuses on designing, building, and optimizing scalable full-stack applications with a strong emphasis on backend development. You will collaborate with global cross-functional teams to deliver cloud-native solutions using AWS services, real-time data streaming technologies, and modern API architectures. You will own backend reliability, performance, and data design while contributing to frontend workflows, accessibility compliance, and seamless user experiences. The role demands strong system thinking, code quality ownership, and continuous performance and architecture improvement.

ShyftLabs is a growing data product company that was founded in early 2020 and works primarily with Fortune 500 companies. We deliver digital solutions built to help accelerate the growth of businesses in various industries, by focusing on creating value through innovation.

Job Responsibilities::
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in different regions to design and implement backend and frontend solutions that meet business requirements and performance objectives.
• Develop reliable and efficient backend components using AWS cloud services, including Lambda functions, S3, API Gateway, and message queuing systems.
• Integrate real-time data streams into applications by leveraging expertise in streaming technologies such as Kafka.
• Design, develop, and maintain GraphQL and REST APIs that are scalable, performant, and well-documented.
• Create and optimize data models and implement robust data storage solutions aligned with application needs.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Monitor system performance and implement optimization strategies.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement in backend development.
• Ensure accessibility compliance, including proper use of ARIA attributes.
• Design, maintain, and implement new workflows across both frontend and backend layers to ensure seamless user experiences and robust system functionality

Basic Qualifications::
• Requires 3+ years of Full-Stack development experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript, including understanding of type definitions and generics.
• Experience with UI libraries and styling frameworks(Material-UI, SCSS/SASS using BEM methodology).
• Proficiency in React, Redux, Redux Thunk, and Context API.
• Experience with Next.js, including SSR, SSG, routing, and middleware.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment best practices.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and serverless architectures (Lambda, S3,Queues, etc.).
• Expertise in developing GraphQL(Apollo Client, queries, mutations, subscriptions) and REST APIs, with deep knowledge of API design principles.
• Skilled in API integration, including GraphQL and REST patterns, and authentication mechanisms (JWT, SSO).
• Ability to write unit tests using tools such as Python testing frameworks and React Testing Library.
• Advanced knowledge of PostgreSQL, including data modelling, performance optimization, and use of functions, views, materialized views, and stored procedures.
• Strong programming skills in Python, with experience in frameworks like FastAPI or Django.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, software patterns knowledge and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working in fast-paced, team-oriented settings.
• Continuous learning mindset and enthusiasm for staying current with cloud computing and backend technologies

We are proud to offer a competitive salary alongside a strong healthcare insurance and benefits package. We pride ourselves on the growth of our employees, offering extensive learning and development resources.