React.js/Node.js Full Stack Engineer (Senior) ID33848

As a React.js/Node.js Full Stack Engineer at AgileEngine, your main responsibilities will include designing and implementing complex features using technologies like Node.js, TypeScript, GraphQL, and React. You will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to define project requirements and deliver high-quality software solutions. Additionally, writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code while adhering to best practices will be a key focus. You will also be involved in conducting code reviews and providing mentorship to junior team members to foster a strong engineering culture.

To apply for the React.js/Node.js Full Stack Engineer position at AgileEngine, you should have 6+ years of professional experience working with Node.js, TypeScript, and React, showcasing a strong understanding of their ecosystems. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required. Proficiency in GitLab for version control and CI/CD practices, along with strong problem-solving skills, is also essential. Experience with agile methodologies and tools such as Jira or Agile Scrum will be viewed favorably.

At AgileEngine, Full Stack Engineers can expect a range of attractive benefits, including competitive USD-based compensation that reflects your skills and contributions. You will also have access to budgets for education and fitness, ensuring continuous personal and professional growth. We offer a selection of exciting projects to work on, modern solutions development, and the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier clients, including Fortune 500 companies. Additionally, our flexible work schedule supports a balanced work-life environment.

AgileEngine expects its Full Stack Engineers to adhere to coding best practices and standards that promote efficient coding and documentation. This includes writing clean, maintainable code and ensuring thorough documentation for each codebase. By conducting regular code reviews, team members provide constructive feedback, ensuring that all code meets AgileEngine's high standards and fosters a collaborative learning environment.

AgileEngine actively supports professional growth for its Full Stack Engineers by offering mentoring programs, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps tailored to individual career ambitions. Employees are encouraged to learn new technologies and methodologies through various projects and training sessions, ultimately leading to accelerated career development in an innovative environment.

In answering this question, begin by detailing your previous projects that utilized React and Node.js. Highlight specific functionalities you’ve implemented and the challenges you overcame using these technologies. Discuss any libraries or frameworks you've integrated and how your decisions contributed to the overall performance and maintainability of the project.

When responding, emphasize your proficiency with GitLab, including its CI/CD features. Discuss your experience managing branches, handling merges, and resolving conflicts. Share an example of how you’ve utilized GitLab to improve team collaboration and streamline deployment processes in past projects.

Discuss the agile methodologies you’ve worked with, such as Scrum or Kanban. Provide examples of how you've implemented these practices in your projects, including the role you played in sprints, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups. This demonstrates your ability to adapt and thrive in an agile environment.

This is an opportunity to showcase your problem-solving skills. Describe the technical issue in detail, focusing on the steps you took to analyze and address it. Highlight the outcome and what you learned from the experience, emphasizing your ability to troubleshoot and think critically.

In your response, emphasize your commitment to writing high-quality code. Discuss your practices for maintaining clean code and the importance of documentation. You might mention specific tools or methods you use for code reviews and how you involve peers in this process to uphold coding standards.

Talk about the various resources you leverage to stay informed, such as online courses, tech blogs, forums, or local meetups. You might mention participation in TechTalks or how engaging in open-source projects has kept your skills sharp and relevant in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Detail any projects where you've used GraphQL and discuss its benefits, such as efficient data fetching and strong type validation. Provide examples of scenarios where GraphQL improved performance and eased the development process compared to traditional REST APIs.

Describe your mentoring approach, focusing on how you provide guidance and constructive feedback. Share specific instances where your mentorship led to tangible improvements in a junior developer's performance or coding skills, illustrating your leadership abilities.

Discuss your testing philosophy and the frameworks you’ve used, such as Jest or Cypress. Explain your approach to writing test cases, the importance of unit and integration testing, and how you ensure that your code to be deployed is bug-free.

Share your methods for managing stress and maintaining productivity, like prioritizing tasks, setting boundaries, or utilizing flexible work options. Highlight the importance of time management and how it helps you stay focused on both work and personal responsibilities.