Software Engineer - Full Stack - (Remote - Canada) - job 2 of 2

As a Software Engineer - Full Stack at Jobgether, you will be responsible for designing and implementing software solutions, developing both front-end applications using modern frameworks like React and back-end services with languages such as PHP and Golang. You will also mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and ensure best practices in software development.

To qualify for the Software Engineer - Full Stack position at Jobgether, you should have at least 3 years of experience in software engineering, proficiency in front-end technologies like JavaScript and frameworks like React or Vue, as well as back-end expertise with technologies such as PHP or Golang. Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals is also crucial.

In your role as a Software Engineer - Full Stack at Jobgether, you will work with a variety of technologies, including modern JavaScript frameworks (React/Vue), back-end languages (PHP/Golang), and tools such as Docker, ECS, Lambda, and SQS. Additionally, you'll deal with storage and caching systems like MySQL, Redis, and DynamoDB.

At Jobgether, the work culture is inclusive and diverse, promoting innovation and collaboration among team members. As a Software Engineer - Full Stack, you'll experience a flexible work environment with a remote-first approach, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while contributing to meaningful projects.

Jobgether emphasizes career development and provides numerous opportunities for growth for Software Engineers. You'll have the chance to learn new technologies, enhance your skills through professional development programs, and advance your career within a mission-driven company committed to your success.

When answering this question, focus on detailing specific projects where you’ve utilized technologies for both front-end and back-end development. Explain how you collaborated with teams to deliver effective solutions and any challenges you overcame during development.

Talk about the practices you follow to ensure your code is readable, such as using meaningful variable names, adhering to coding standards, and including comments. Mention any specific frameworks or tools that support code quality, such as linters or automated testing.

When discussing your debugging process, mention your systematic approach—starting with gathering logs, isolating the problem, using debugging tools, and collaborating with team members if necessary. Give an example of a complex issue you resolved successfully.

Emphasize the importance of sharing knowledge and supporting the growth of junior engineers. Talk about your experiences mentoring others, methods you used, and how mentoring has benefited both you and your mentees in the work environment.

Discuss projects where you implemented microservices, how you structured services for scalability, and the benefits you observed. Explain your familiarity with tools that help manage microservices, such as Docker or Kubernetes.

Here, outline your experience designing APIs, mentioning specific protocols like REST or gRPC. Talk about challenges you faced while ensuring the APIs are user-friendly and adhere to best practices.

Explain your strategies for building scalable systems, such as using appropriate algorithms and data structures, optimizing database queries, and implementing caching solutions. Provide examples of systems where you achieved high performance.

Demonstrate your commitment to continual learning by discussing the resources you use, such as online courses, workshops, webinars, or tech meetups. Mention specific technologies you’re currently exploring or would like to implement in future projects.

Discuss your experience in prioritizing tasks, communicating with team members, and ensuring clarity in project goals. Highlight how you maintain quality while working under pressure and provide a specific example of a tight deadline you successfully met.

Share your perspective on crucial qualities, such as problem-solving skills, adaptability, or a customer-focused mindset. Provide reasons for your choice and examples of how this quality has helped you in previous roles.