Sr. SW Engineer - PaaS - job 12 of 20

As a Sr. Software Engineer - PaaS at our company, your responsibilities will include designing, enhancing, and building our transactional platform as part of the Cloudview UI Team. You'll engage in both full-stack and front-end development, conduct unit testing, and participate in code reviews. Additionally, you'll focus on implementing safe coding practices and refactoring code to improve software performance.

To qualify for the Sr. Software Engineer - PaaS position, candidates should have a strong background in software development with expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies. Familiarity with cloud platforms, agile methodologies, and experience in unit testing and code reviews are also essential. Continuous learning and engagement with new technologies is expected, as is the ability to lead projects.

The Sr. Software Engineer - PaaS role is a hybrid position. Employees are expected to work in the office for 2-3 days a week while also having the flexibility to work remotely. This hybrid approach allows for collaboration with team members while still enjoying the benefits of remote working.

As a Sr. Software Engineer - PaaS, you'll work with a variety of technologies. Your role will involve writing performant UI code and optimizing it within our cloud infrastructure. You'll likely encounter programming languages and frameworks associated with both front-end and back-end development, as well as tools related to continuous integration and unit testing.

The team culture for the Sr. Software Engineer - PaaS role is collaborative and supportive. You'll work closely with your colleagues who will both challenge you and support your growth. We encourage open communication and knowledge sharing, ensuring you have a conducive environment for innovation and professional development.

When answering this question, focus on your experience with both front-end and back-end technologies. Highlight specific projects where you successfully integrated various technologies and emphasize your proficiency in frameworks and languages relevant to full-stack development.

In your response, discuss the coding standards and best practices you adhere to, such as using modular code, optimizing asset delivery, and adhering to design patterns. Mention any specific tools or frameworks that help you ensure performance is a priority.

When discussing your approach to unit testing, explain the testing methodologies you use and the importance of testing in the development process. Share examples of how you have implemented unit tests in past projects and the tools you prefer for testing.

Be prepared to share a specific example, explaining the reasons for the refactor, the challenges you faced, and how you improved the code's performance or maintainability. Emphasize your analytical skills and strategic thinking.

In your response, talk about the resources you use to stay updated, such as online courses, tech blogs, webinars, or professional networks. Share specific technologies or trends you are currently exploring.

Discuss how you implement security practices in coding, such as input validation, sanitization, and using secure coding guidelines. Mention any tools or frameworks that help you ensure security in your development process.

Share your experiences leading teams or projects, focusing on your leadership style, how you motivate team members, and any notable outcomes from your leadership. Discuss communication and collaboration methods you find effective.

Describe a specific instance where you overcame an obstacle in an agile project. Discuss what the challenge was, how you resolved it, and the lessons learned. This shows your problem-solving and adaptability skills.

Discuss the tools you are familiar with, such as Jira, Trello, or Microsoft Teams, and how you've used them to facilitate project management and collaboration among team members. Emphasize your adaptability to new tools.

Explain your method for prioritizing tasks, such as using the Eisenhower matrix, and how you communicate priorities with your team. Give examples of how you’ve managed competing priorities effectively in past projects.