Software Engineer, Full-Stack (Developer Experience) - job 1 of 2

As a Software Engineer, Full-Stack (Developer Experience) at SingleStore, you will focus on optimizing the customer lifecycle by developing a managed service that provides innovative operational database solutions in the cloud. You'll collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers, ensuring a high-quality user experience. Additionally, you will contribute proactivity to the team’s engineering processes which helps in scaling and timely project delivery.

Candidates applying for the Software Engineer, Full-Stack (Developer Experience) role at SingleStore should have solid experience with modern web development toolchains including TypeScript and React. Familiarity with programming languages like Golang, Python, or Rust is a plus. A minimum of two years in SaaS product development, along with strong user experience focus and intellectual curiosity about business metrics, is essential for success in this role.

To qualify for the Software Engineer, Full-Stack (Developer Experience) position at SingleStore, applicants need to have at least two years of experience working with SaaS products. A strong grasp of web development tools such as React and TypeScript is vital, and experience with backend languages like Golang, Python, or Rust would be advantageous. A passion for building user-centric high-quality products is also important.

At SingleStore, the Software Engineer, Full-Stack (Developer Experience) can look forward to working in a dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive team environment. The company values mentorship, aiming to create a welcoming atmosphere where experienced engineers can assist and guide newer team members while fostering a culture of innovation and cooperation.

SingleStore offers a robust package of benefits for Software Engineers, including a technology stipend for new employees, monthly allowances for mobile and internet expenses, health and wellness benefits, flexible time off, and opportunities for volunteering. Employees will also have access to stock options, allowing them to share in the success of the company.

When asked about your web application development experience, detail specific projects you've worked on, the technologies you used (such as TypeScript or React), and any unique challenges you overcame. Highlight your user-centric design approach and how you ensure high-quality user experiences in your projects.

In your response, discuss how you prioritize open communication and actively involve product managers and designers from the early stages of the project. Emphasize your commitment to understanding their perspectives and how this interdepartmental collaboration enhances the final product.

When answering this question, be specific about the algorithms and data structures you’ve utilized in your past projects. Discuss situations where selecting the right algorithm impacted performance or scalability of your web applications.

Illustrate your time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks. Share past experiences where you've successfully met tight deadlines, focusing on processes you implemented to remain organized without compromising on quality.

Use this question to showcase your leadership qualities. Provide an example of a junior developer you mentored, explaining how you guided them through challenges and how that experience also helped you grow professionally.

In your answer, share any techniques you have implemented for performance optimization. Discuss using tools to analyze performance, implementing caching strategies, or optimizing database queries, and the positive impact your efforts had on the application.

Highlight a project that also relates to the role at SingleStore. Talk about the cloud technologies used, how you integrated them into your workflow, and the overall results achieved. Emphasize how you leveraged cloud capabilities to enhance scalability and performance.

Detail your testing philosophy and methodologies. Discuss automated testing frameworks you prefer, your approach to writing unit tests, and how you ensure quality throughout the development lifecycle.

Share your passion for technology and how the prospect of solving complex problems and creating robust user experiences motivate you. Mention any specific areas of interest that drive your enthusiasm for software development.

Talk about the resources you use for industry insights, such as blogs, podcasts, or online courses. Discuss your commitment to continued learning and how you apply newfound knowledge to your work.