Senior Full Stack Engineer

As a Senior Full Stack Engineer at Thoropass, your primary responsibilities include direct technical contributions like writing, reviewing, and deploying code using technologies such as JavaScript, React, and Python. You'll collaborate closely with the Product Manager to understand problems, devise solutions, and implement them, ensuring that the codebase remains clean and organized. Participation in code reviews and alignment with quarterly goals are also key aspects of this role.

To be considered for the Senior Full Stack Engineer role at Thoropass, candidates should have 5+ years of experience in both front-end and back-end development. Proficiency in React and Python is essential, along with a deep understanding of APIs and customer-focused development. Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with a solid command of English, are necessary. Additional skills in TypeScript, GraphQL, and Django are beneficial.

At Thoropass, the work culture is centered around collaboration and support. As a Senior Full Stack Engineer, you’ll be part of a team that values open communication without ego, encouraging everyone to contribute their strengths. Continuous learning is a priority, and the environment fosters professional growth while striving for excellence in delivering solutions for our clients.

As a Senior Full Stack Engineer at Thoropass, you will work with an array of exciting technologies including JavaScript, React, GraphQL, Python, and Django. Familiarity with development tools such as TypeScript and Apollo is a plus. You will play with both front-end and back-end technologies, collaborating with other team members to build robust applications according to user feedback and specifications.

Thoropass offers a competitive base salary, exceptional private healthcare, and early equity in a rapidly expanding company. Additionally, you’ll benefit from a flexible work-from-home model, generous PTO, and stipends for wellness and home Wi-Fi. Our culture emphasizes work-life balance, ensuring you have the support necessary to excel in your role.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you've implemented React to solve problems. Discuss components you've built, your understanding of state management, and any libraries you've used in conjunction with React. Provide examples of challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

Explain your process for engaging with Product Managers, which should include active listening, gathering requirements, and maintaining open communication throughout the development process. Share examples of how collaborative efforts have led to successful outcomes in previous roles.

When discussing code quality, emphasize practices like code reviews, adhering to coding standards, and writing documentation. Provide examples of tools or methodologies you use, such as unit testing or continuous integration, to maintain a clean codebase.

Choose a specific challenge that showcases your problem-solving skills. Detail the steps you took to identify and resolve the bug, the impact of your solution, and any tools or techniques you used during the process.

You can mention subscribing to industry blogs, participating in online courses, attending webinars, and engaging in community discussions. Highlight any personal projects that allow you to experiment with new technologies and how you apply this knowledge to your work.

Discuss your familiarity with Python and Django, focusing on specific projects where you've used these technologies. Mention how you’ve implemented APIs, managed databases, and the overall architecture of the systems you’ve built.

Describe your approach to task management, whether using tools like Asana or Trello, and how you communicate with your team to ensure alignment. Give an example of how you successfully juggled priorities to meet deadlines in the past.

Highlight your understanding of user-centric design principles, including usability testing, gathering feedback from users, and iterating on design and functionality. Provide examples of how you've integrated user feedback into your projects.

Discuss your use of regular check-ins, collaboration tools, and clear documentation. Emphasize the importance of openness in fostering team dynamics and ensuring that every team member is aligned with project goals.

Your answer should reflect your enthusiasm for Thoropass’s mission and values. Mention specific aspects of the company that resonate with you, such as their focus on collaboration or innovation in compliance solutions, and how you envision contributing to their goals.