The Back-End Developer will work with the team to build scalable software, handle back-end integration with Shopify, and ensure performant systems. Responsibilities include participating in architecture sessions, defining product requirements, and developing new features.
The Okendo platform has significant adoption and a loyal customer following among high-performance Shopify retailers. After recently securing our first round of investment, we’re doubling down on our early success by growing our team, launching a number of new and innovative features, and scaling customer acquisition.
This role will provide a forward-thinking and passionate Back-End Developer with the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to developing products with intuitive design and beautiful code.
What will I be responsible for?
The role is yours to make. We’re growing the team and we need a motivated developer to integrate with our team to build an awesome user experience across the Okendo platform.
(1) You’ll work with our Co-Founder / CTO and development team to define the product vision and development requirements.
(2) You’ll take ownership of the back-end ensuring our software is scalable, elegant, and performant.
(3) You’ll participate in software architecture and product planning sessions.
(4) You’ll work with a knowledgeable and experienced team to rapidly iterate new development while improving the current systems.
What does our tech stack look like?
We’re built on AWS, and our back-end is powered by Lambda and DynamoDB (we have a serverless architecture). We have a close integration with Shopify through APIs in the back-end and Shopify liquid templates on the front-end.
The JavaScript embedded in our client stores is as lean as possible to ensure high-performance loading. Our app administration area is written in Angular.
We bundle with Webpack. We take our JavaScript to the next level with TypeScript & Vue.js, and VS Code is our editor-of-choice.
What experience and qualifications do I need?
You should have proven experience working with an object-oriented programming language, with a background using Node.js, Typescript, and Vue.js being a major plus. You should be familiar with software architecture and have a good understanding of the software development lifecycle. Being familiar with Cloud platforms is also beneficial.
Working with API’s, querying databases, and writing elegant code should all come naturally to you,
What are the benefits?
(1) Significant career opportunity for an enthusiastic developer ready to join a proven, high-growth tech startup at the relatively early stage.
(2) Competitive salary and meaningful equity.
(3) Opportunity to travel with annual company-wide excursions.
(4) Joining an experienced, talented, and highly motivated team.
(5) MacBook Pros are our standard, but we’re happy to get you whatever equipment you need.
(6) Work in a great location, a stone's throw away from Martin Place and Wynyard Stations, at WeWork (333 George Street) - A hub for Sydney’s tech start-ups with some great perks.
(7) Exposure to the best e-commerce brands globally and the rapidly growing Shopify ecosystem.
(8) Attendance to tech events and ongoing support for industry training and skill development.
Top Skills
Angular
AWS
DynamoDB
Lambda
Node.js
Typescript
Vue
Webpack
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