Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer - RRT

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Manila, PH

Description

Interact provides enterprise-grade intranet software that connects over three million employees to leading global names like Levi's, Domino’s, Teva Pharmaceuticals, and Technicolor.

Our team of customer-focused problem solvers are passionate about helping organizations to communicate better. We do this together by constantly working to improve every service and product we offer. With offices in New York, Tulsa, and Manchester, we operate across North America, EMEA, and Australia.

Click on any of our vacancies and you’ll see one thing in common – they all begin with this message. Why? Because at Interact we treat everyone with the same respect and honesty. Whether you’re a developer fresh out of college or a seasoned salesperson, we live the motto that we uphold for our customers: our people are our most valuable assets.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge software solutions that impact millions of users worldwide. Leveraging your extensive experience and expertise, you will lead complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the strategic direction of our technology stack. You will collaborate closely with your cross-functional team, as well as with Product/Delivery Managers, and other stakeholders, to deliver high-quality, scalable, and robust software features.

WE ARE WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TECHANYWHERE

A little about you...

Relevant Work Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on API first backends, ASP.Net and ReactJS frontends.
• Proven experience in developing engaging, scalable, high-performance, high-transactional Web UI and APIs.
• Extensive experience with C#, ASP.NET, and .NET frameworks.
• Strong proficiency in ReactJS and Node.js for frontend development.
• Experience with SQL Server, including T-SQL, Stored procedures, and SQL Transactions.
• Familiarity with Docker containers and container orchestration.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
• Demonstrated ability to support the Team Leadership (Product, Delivery and Engineering Managers), as well as collaborate effectively with other teams.

Technical Skills

• Expert understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and principles.
• Deep knowledge and application of Software Engineering Design Patterns and SOLID principles.
• Proficiency in data structures, including arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, graphs, and hash tables.
• Understanding of algorithms such as sorting algorithms (quicksort, mergesort), searching algorithms (binary search), recursion, and basic algorithmic complexity (Big O notation).
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git using Bitbucket.
• Familiarity with ElasticSearch, Redis, memory caching, distributed locking, and queue-based mechanisms.
• Knowledge of AWS cloud hosting and infrastructure management.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like TeamCity and Octopus Deploy.
• Understanding of test automation frameworks, specifically Playwright.
• Familiarity with the Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence) for project management and documentation.

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire team members.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities, capable of tackling complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, able to convey technical concepts to various stakeholders.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a passion for technology and continuous learning.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable software.
• Collaborative mindset, and keen to help create a positive Team environment by contributing to team dynamics.
• Strategic thinker, able to align technical design options and architectural decisions with business objectives.
• Adaptable and flexible, comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Innovative mindset, eager to explore new technologies and drive improvements.

About the role...

Technical Leadership

• Design and develop high-quality software solutions using our tech stack, including C#, ASP.NET, ReactJS, Node.js, and SQL Server.
• Lead and participate in architectural discussions and decision-making processes to shape the future of our applications.
• Implement and enforce best practices in software development, including SOLID principles and design patterns.
• Optimize application performance, ensuring scalability and reliability for high-volume queries and transactions.
• Conduct code reviews (face-to-face or via pull requests), providing constructive feedback to improve code quality and maintain coding standards.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate closely with other teams, including UX/UI Designers, Test Automation Engineers, and DevOps, to deliver cohesive and user-centric solutions.
• Develop and maintain unit and automated tests using Playwright to ensure the highest software quality.
• Manage source code effectively using Git tools.
• Utilize CI/CD pipelines with TeamCity and Octopus Deploy to streamline the deployment process.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential integration into our tech stack.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and workflows.
• Ensure security best practices, collaborating with security teams to safeguard applications.

Project Leadership

• Lead and participate in the planning and execution of complex software projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Coordinate with Product Managers and Delivery Managers to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring project success and application stability.
• Oversee the front-end and back-end development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones and product releases.

Mentorship and Team Development

• Provide mentorship to junior engineers, helping them develop their skills and understanding of best practices.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops to upskill team members and promote professional growth.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure the highest code quality by implementing and advocating for thorough testing practices, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests.
• Collaborate with QA teams to establish testing strategies and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Implement performance optimization techniques, ensuring scalability and reliability for high-volume queries and transactions.
• Ensure security best practices, collaborating with security teams to safeguard applications.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with UX/UI Designers to implement responsive, user-centric, and accessible designs.
• Collaborate with backend teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality of front-end components.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders, bridging the gap between technical and business teams.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and workflows.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

---