Remote Contract Software Engineer (Javascript)

Description:

• The position is for a Contract Software Engineer (Javascript) at YLD, a software engineering and design consultancy.
• The role is remote and available to candidates located in the EU.
• As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be part of a client team focused on building innovative products.
• The company values curiosity, passion, and enthusiasm, expecting engineers to be proficient in problem-solving and crafting scalable architectures.
• You will work in a fast-paced engineering environment, delivering outstanding results and exciting projects.
• Daily responsibilities include crafting excellent products, continuously delivering changes to products, collaborating with your team on engineering initiatives, participating in regular show and tells, and joining clients’ internal events.

Requirements:

• Proven commercial experience working with React and Node is required.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms is necessary.
• Experience with GraphQL is expected.
• Proficiency in distributed version control systems, such as Git, is required.
• Experience with both relational and schema-less databases is necessary.
• A strong focus on continuous integration and delivery is essential.
• Strong emphasis on testing is required.
• Experience in building high-performance and scalable applications is necessary.
• A good understanding of the design and implementation of RESTful web services is required.
• Familiarity with performance monitoring tools is expected.
• Ability to remain calm when debugging production issues is essential.
• Candidates should be self-motivated, proactive, and constantly seeking improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills are necessary.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• An analytical mindset and a belief in diversity and fairness are important.

Benefits:

• You will have the opportunity to work with a forward-thinking, ethical, and fun group of people.
• The role offers the chance to develop and grow your skills in a fast-moving business environment.
• The company promotes a remote-first working environment, ensuring flexible working and work-life balance for all employees.