[Hiring] SDE 2- Artificial Intelligence @Springworks

Role Description

This role is for our Albus team. As a SDE 2 at Springworks, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and efficient web applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, turning innovative ideas into tangible, user-friendly products. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in back-end technologies, with a focus on Python. Experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP) will be a significant advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product management and design teams to understand user requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain server-side logic using Node.js and Python.
• Build reusable and efficient code for future use.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of front-end and back-end components.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends in AI, technologies, and best practices to drive innovation within the team.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decision-making processes.

Goals (not limited to):

• 1 month into the job:
  • Become familiar with the company's products, codebase, development tools, and coding standards.
  • Aim to understand the existing architecture and code structure.
  • Start contributing to the development process by taking on smaller tasks or bug fixes and unit tests.
  • Ensure that your code is well-documented and follows the team's coding conventions.
  • Begin collaborating effectively with team members, attending daily stand-up meetings, and actively participating in discussions and code reviews.
  • Understand the company's culture, values, and long-term vision to align your work with the company's goals.
  • Deploy multiple features to production.
• 3 months into the job:
  • Be able to independently design, develop, and deliver small to medium-sized features or improvements to the product.
  • Demonstrate consistent improvement in writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
  • Receive positive feedback on code reviews.
  • Continue to actively participate in team meetings, offer suggestions for process improvements, and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
  • Start assisting junior team members or interns by sharing knowledge and providing mentorship.
  • Seek feedback from colleagues and managers to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
• 6 months into the job:
  • Take ownership of significant features or projects, from conception to deployment, demonstrating leadership in technical decision-making.
  • Identify areas of the codebase that can benefit from refactoring or performance optimizations and work on these improvements.
  • Propose and implement process improvements that enhance the team's efficiency and productivity.
  • Continue to expand your technical skill set, potentially by exploring new technologies or frameworks that align with the company's needs.
  • Strengthen your collaboration with other departments, such as product management or design, to ensure alignment between development and business objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience working with Python along with machine learning frameworks and NLP technologies.
• Strong understanding of micro-services, messaging systems like SQS.
• Experience in designing and maintaining NoSQL databases (MongoDB).
• Familiarity with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, and a passion for learning.
• Proven ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Requirements

• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
• Contributions to open-source projects and a strong GitHub profile.
• Previous experience of working in a startup or fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Benefits

• Work from anywhere effortlessly with our remote setup perk: Rs. 50,000 for furniture and headphones, plus an annual addition of Rs. 5,000.
• Health scheme covers not only your physical health but also your mental and social well-being.
• Learning and growth opportunities to fuel your curiosity and help you reach new heights.
• 30 annual paid leave days to relax and recharge.
• Company outings and celebrations that bring the team together for unforgettable moments.
• Reimbursement for workation trips to turn your travel dreams into reality.
• Lifestyle allowance for food, OTT, health/fitness, and more, plus reimbursement for internet expenses.