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Armada

Armada

Software Engineering
Bellevue, WA, USA
Posted on Wednesday, January 31, 2024
About us
Armada is an edge computing startup that provides computing infrastructure to remote areas where connectivity and cloud infrastructure is limited, as well as areas where data needs to be processed locally for real-time analytics and AI at the edge. We’re looking to bring on the most brilliant minds to help further our mission of bridging the digital divide with advanced technology infrastructure that can be rapidly deployed anywhere.
We are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).

Responsibilities:

  • Design and Develop Microservices: Architect, design, and develop microservices-based applications that are scalable, resilient, and high-performing.

  • Frontend Development: Develop responsive and intuitive user interfaces using modern frontend frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.

  • Backend Development: Build robust backend services using technologies like Node.js, Python, or Java, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance.

  • Database Management: Design, optimize, and manage databases (SQL, NoSQL) to support microservices architecture and ensure data integrity and efficiency.

  • Integration and API Development: Implement RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services as necessary to support application functionality.

  • Testing and Quality Assurance: Write automated tests (unit, integration, end-to-end) to ensure the reliability and quality of the software.

  • Monitoring and Performance Tuning: Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize application performance to ensure smooth operation under high loads.

  • Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions.

  • Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation including system architecture, API specifications, and developer guides.

  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment processes.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

  • 5+ years experience in full stack development, with a focus on microservices architecture.

  • Strong proficiency in frontend development using modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.

  • Expertise in backend development using languages such as Node.js, Python, or Java.

  • Solid understanding of database technologies including SQL and NoSQL databases.

  • Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and integrating with third-party services.

  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker, Kubernetes.

  • Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues in distributed systems.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools for infrastructure automation and configuration management.

  • Familiarity with reactive programming paradigms and event-driven architectures.

  • Experience with microservices monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).

  • Understanding of security best practices and techniques for securing microservices-based applications.

  • Demonstrable experience in building, programming, and integrating software for high-quality capabilities for global e-commerce business, including product, transaction, payment, fulfillment, after-sales etc.

  • Experience with payment processing platforms, securely handling PII (customer data, credit card information)

  • Experience with E-Commerce or Monetization Products is preferred.

Our Company is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Our Company makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.