Sr. Software Engineer - job 1 of 2

The Senior Software Engineer at G-P will be responsible for designing and developing our cloud platform, creating frameworks and services that enhance our ecosystem. They will also build production-quality features from prototypes, advocate for agile methodologies, and ensure that our software is developed with a scalability mindset. Furthermore, they will diagnose issues reported by internal teams and customers while mentoring junior engineers.

Candidates for the Senior Software Engineer role at G-P should have at least 7 years of experience in developing scalable enterprise services. They should possess deep knowledge of backend technologies, particularly Node.js, Java, and Python. Familiarity with cloud technologies like AWS and experience in high-growth environments is also essential.

Senior Software Engineers at G-P should be well-versed in backend stacks including Node.js, Java, and Python. They should also have experience with SQL (like MySQL/PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases, cloud architectures, and AWS technologies, as well as knowledge in areas like data modeling and CRM integration.

G-P fosters a diverse, remote-first culture that emphasizes innovation and inclusivity. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be part of a supportive environment where your contributions are celebrated and valued, and where there's a strong focus on personal and professional development.

Teamwork is incredibly vital for a Senior Software Engineer at G-P. Collaborating with geographically distributed teams is a common part of the role, and exceptional communication skills are required to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical team members effectively.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you've built scalable applications. Discuss the technologies you used and the challenges you faced. This demonstrates your problem-solving skills and technical proficiency.

Talk about your practices for maintaining quality, such as implementing testing strategies including unit, integration, and contract tests. Highlight your approach to code reviews and continuous integration, which are essential for a Senior Software Engineer at G-P.

Discuss the agile methodologies you've implemented, such as Scrum or Kanban. Elaborate on how these practices helped improve team efficiency and product delivery, showcasing your advocacy for modern development practices.

Explain your systematic approach to debugging, including using logs, monitoring tools, and collaborating with team members. Emphasize your ability to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently, which is critical in a cloud-based environment.

Share specific projects where you've utilized AWS, explaining the services used and how they contributed to the project’s success. Highlight any serverless architecture experience, as this is relevant to the role at G-P.

Provide an example where you guided a less experienced engineer. Detail the objectives, your mentoring approach, and the outcomes. This showcases your leadership skills and commitment to team development.

Discuss your time management strategies and how you prioritize tasks under pressure. Provide an example that illustrates your ability to deliver quality work even when time constraints are challenging.

Mention the version control tools you prefer, such as Git. Explain their advantages, like collaboration features and tracking code changes, emphasizing how they enhance team productivity.

Detail a specific project where you played a key role. Discuss the goals, technologies utilized, and the impact the project had on the organization. This helps demonstrate your leadership and technical expertise.

Talk about your experience with integrating various systems, explaining the strategies you used to ensure smooth communication. Highlight any tools or methodologies that helped you succeed in these integrations.