Software Developer

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the development, design, and implementation of innovative software applications. Your focus will include site integration, e-commerce feature development, platform optimization, and data & AI-driven products. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle and ensure high-quality deliverables.

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