Full Stack Developer (Backend focused)

Company Description

Our client is a leading Norwegian-headquartered software company specializing in managing and maintaining safety data sheets (SDS) for a vast array of industries. Their database holds over 14 million safety data sheets, which require constant updates from various manufacturers. To streamline this process, they rely on cutting-edge crawler technology to ensure that their database is always up to date with the latest information.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend API services using Python frameworks such as Django REST Framework, Flask, FastAPI.
• Design and develop frontend applications using ReactJS (Hooks, Redux) for dynamic web experiences.
• Implement responsive UI components and optimize user experiences.
• Integrate frontend and backend systems, ensuring seamless API communication.
• Build, manage, and optimize data extraction, transformation, and analysis systems.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve issues across the full application stack.
• Utilize tools such as Celery, Redis, RabbitMQ for task queuing and asynchronous processing.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to deliver high quality features.
• Track project progress and manage tasks effectively using tools like Hubstaff, Trello, or other project management software.

Skills & Experience

• 4+ years in software development, especially in Python-based backend systems and ReactJS frontend development.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and distributed systems is highly beneficial.
• Proficient in backend technologies: Python, Django, Django REST Framework, FastAPI, Flask.
• Strong experience in frontend technologies: ReactJS, JavaScript, ES6+, Hooks, Redux, and related ecosystems.
• Database proficiency: PostgreSQL.
• Experience in task queuing and caching mechanisms: Celery, Redis, RabbitMQ.
• Version Control: proficient in Git and familiar with workflows on platforms like Bitbucket/GitHub.
• Understanding of RESTful API design and integration.
• Familiarity with TypeScript, especially in combination with ReactJS is preferred.
• Experience or exposure to frameworks like GatsbyJS or Next.js is preferred.
• Knowledge of Elasticsearch, especially API development for advanced search functionalities is preferred.
• Understanding of data extraction techniques, web scraping, or ETL processes is preferred.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment tools (GitLab CI, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes) is preferred.
• Good English communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Effective task management, prioritization, and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Proactive learning attitude, ready to adopt new technologies and methodologies.

Employment Structure

• Hybrid in Dhaka | Full-time
• Salary: BDT 80,000 - 120,000
• Benefits: 2 Annual Bonuses after permanent (probation is 3-6 months)
• Work Week: Monday - Friday, 10 am to 6 pm BST

Hiring Process

1. Conversation with Talvette
2. Home-based technical assignment
3. Interview with the client's management team
4. Receive an offer
5. Join their team full-time