Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer

As a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer at Synthflow.ai, you will be responsible for building and maintaining our full-stack architecture using technologies like React/Next.js and Node.js. Your duties include implementing user-facing features, optimizing SQL queries, and collaborating with design and product teams to create high-quality solutions. Additionally, you’ll leverage CI/CD practices and automated testing to streamline deployment and enhance platform performance.

Candidates for the Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer role at Synthflow.ai should have a minimum of 4 years of professional experience with a solid focus on JavaScript/TypeScript, as well as extensive knowledge of React, Node.js, and Next.js. Strong proficiency in SQL, experience with cloud platforms like GCP or AWS, and familiarity with DevOps tools like Docker are also essential to succeed in this role.

At Synthflow.ai, our work environment is dynamic and collaborative, perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced startup atmosphere. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of learning, innovation, and mutual respect. We emphasize flexibility and a remote-first approach, so you can contribute from anywhere while being part of exciting projects.

Synthflow.ai values the professional development of its team members by encouraging knowledge sharing through code reviews and pair programming. As a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer, you’ll have opportunities to work on pioneering AI technology projects, contributing to your growth and skill development, all while making a significant impact on our platform.

Working at Synthflow.ai as a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer comes with various benefits, including a competitive compensation package with stock options, the chance to directly influence cutting-edge AI technology projects, and a supportive and innovative team culture. Additionally, our remote-first approach gives you the flexibility to work from any location, all while contributing to impactful solutions.

When discussing your experience, focus on specific projects where you utilized React for frontend development and Node.js for backend services. Highlight any challenges faced and how you overcame them, emphasizing your understanding of state management, component lifecycle, and RESTful APIs.

In your response, discuss techniques you've employed to enhance performance, such as indexing, proper use of joins, and avoiding unnecessary columns in SELECT statements. Provide examples of scenarios where you improved application efficiency through query optimization.

Elaborate on how CI/CD practices reduce the time from development to deployment and improve software quality. Discuss specific tools you’ve used, such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions, and examples of projects where you integrated automated testing and streamlined deployment processes.

Highlight your communication skills and methods used to facilitate collaboration, such as regular stand-ups, code reviews, and effective feedback mechanisms. Illustrate this with examples from previous roles where collaboration led to successful project outcomes.

Discuss systematic debugging approaches, such as using log files, monitoring tools, or debugging tools within your development environment. Share specific instances where you've successfully identified and resolved issues in both the frontend and backend.

Provide an overview of the projects you've completed using cloud platforms, including deployment methods, services utilized, and how these platforms enhanced application scalability and reliability for your solutions.

Share a detailed account of a specific feature—what it was, its purpose, and how you approached its development. Discuss the technical challenges faced during implementation and how you resolved them, showcasing your problem-solving skills.

Talk about your active engagement with technology communities, following influential developers, attending webinars, and investing time in continuing education through online courses or certifications. Mention any recent trends in AI technologies you find particularly exciting.

Discuss your preferred version control tools, emphasizing their features. Explain how you've used them to manage codebases in team settings, resolve conflicts, and ensure that collaborative development processes run smoothly.

Highlight qualities such as strong technical skills, effective communication, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Discuss how these attributes have contributed to your success in previous roles and the impact they have on team dynamics.