Senior Consultant – Hybrid

As a Senior Consultant at Kodez, your primary responsibilities will encompass designing and implementing innovative software solutions, specializing in serverless architectures using AWS Lambda. You'll be working closely with the team to harness the power of AWS CDK for infrastructure management and developing event-driven systems with Kafka. You'll also have an opportunity to showcase your skills in TypeScript and Next.js while ensuring that the applications are scalable and efficient.

To qualify for the Senior Consultant position at Kodez, candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field and 6-7 years of software development experience. Proficiency in serverless architecture, particularly with AWS Lambda, hands-on experience with AWS CDK, and solid knowledge of Kafka are essential. Familiarity with TypeScript and Next.js will also be critical in succeeding in this role.

The Senior Consultant position at Kodez requires candidates to work in a hybrid model, which means you will need to be onsite for three days a week in Mulgrave, VIC, Australia. Therefore, this role is only open to Australian residents or individuals with a valid work visa, as on-site collaboration is a crucial aspect of the job.

The tech stack for the Senior Consultant role at Kodez primarily includes AWS Lambda for serverless architecture, AWS CDK for managing infrastructure as code, and Kafka for event-driven systems. Additionally, candidates should be proficient in TypeScript and familiar with modern frameworks like Next.js, to develop and enhance web applications effectively.

At Kodez, the work environment is designed to foster innovation and inclusivity. As a Senior Consultant, you’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and a strong work-life balance. The hybrid work setup allows flexibility while maintaining a strong team dynamic through on-site interactions, making it an enriching atmosphere to thrive and grow professionally.

In your response, detail the projects where you've implemented AWS Lambda. Highlight specific challenges you faced, how you addressed them, and the overall impact on project efficiency. Employers appreciate candidates who can articulate their hands-on experience and understanding of serverless benefits.

Discuss any projects where you designed infrastructure using AWS CDK. Explain your approach to defining and provisioning cloud resources, as well as any innovative solutions you may have implemented to improve deployment times or resource efficiency.

When answering, reflect on your experience in architectural design and data flow management with Kafka. Provide insights into specific use cases where you improved application performance or reliability using event-driven strategies, emphasizing collaboration and problem-solving.

Share projects where you have successfully utilized TypeScript for development. Highlight your familiarity with Next.js features and benefits and how you leveraged these technologies to enhance user experience and application performance.

Choose a specific project that showcases your problem-solving skills. Describe the challenge, the steps you took to address it, and the positive outcome. This demonstrates not only your technical skills but also your resilience and ability to collaborate effectively.

Discuss your experience with different methodologies, such as Agile or Scrum. Emphasize why a particular methodology works best for you in terms of collaboration and efficient project delivery, tailoring your answer to align with Kodez’s emphasis on teamwork and innovation.

Talk about your strategies, such as following tech blogs, participating in webinars, or being active in developer communities. This not only shows your commitment to continuous learning but also demonstrates your proactive approach to staying relevant in the fast-evolving tech landscape.

Discuss practices like code reviews, unit testing, and using linters to ensure high code quality. Highlight how these practices have improved project outcomes in your experience and fostered a culture of quality within teams.

Share your strategies for maintaining communication and collaboration in a hybrid setup. Describe tools you use for project management and how you ensure that your team stays connected and efficient, regardless of their physical location.

Articulate your excitement about Kodez’s mission and values. Discuss how the role aligns with your career goals and your eagerness to contribute to innovative projects. Demonstrating genuine interest in the company and its culture can leave a positive impression.