[Hiring] Senior Full Stack Developer @Pavago

Role Description

Our client is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications from front-end interfaces through back-end services and databases. This role is hands-on with code while also providing architectural guidance and mentoring junior developers. The Senior Full Stack Developer ensures products are fast, reliable, user-friendly, and maintainable while supporting growth and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Front-End Development:
  • Build modern, responsive UIs using React, Angular, or Vue.
  • Implement state management (Redux, Vuex, or Context API).
  • Ensure accessibility and cross-browser/device compatibility.
• Back-End Development:
  • Develop APIs and business logic in Node.js, Python (Django/Flask/FastAPI), or Java/Spring.
  • Design RESTful or GraphQL endpoints for client consumption.
  • Manage server-side rendering and optimize for performance.
• Database & Data Layer:
  • Design schemas and manage relational (Postgres, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB) databases.
  • Write optimized queries and manage migrations.
  • Implement caching strategies (Redis, Memcached).
• Testing & Code Quality:
  • Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests using Jest, Mocha, Cypress, or PyTest.
  • Maintain high code coverage (≥80%) and follow style/linting rules.
  • Perform regular peer code reviews.
• Collaboration & Agile:
  • Work with product managers and designers to refine user stories into technical requirements.
  • Participate in sprint ceremonies (planning, standups, retrospectives).
  • Provide accurate effort estimates and technical feedback.
• DevOps & Deployment (Lightweight):
  • Use Git, GitHub/GitLab for version control and pull requests.
  • Deploy applications using CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins).
  • Manage cloud deployments on AWS, Azure, or GCP for applications (Elastic Beanstalk, App Engine, Lambda/serverless functions).
• Mentorship & Leadership:
  • Mentor junior and mid-level developers through code reviews and pair programming.
  • Contribute to long-term technical roadmap discussions.
  • Help enforce engineering best practices across the team.

Qualifications

• Hands-on coder who thrives building features end-to-end.
• Strong communicator who can collaborate with product and design teams.
• Experienced balancing fast iteration with maintainable architecture.
• Proactive mentor who raises the skill level of the team.

Requirements

• 5+ years full stack development.
• Proficiency with JavaScript/TypeScript (React, Angular, Vue + Node.js).
• Experience with at least one relational and one NoSQL database.
• Familiarity with Git workflows and CI/CD.

Ideal Experience & Skills

• SaaS, e-commerce, or enterprise web application development.
• Experience with microservices and serverless architectures.
• Exposure to infrastructure-as-code or lightweight DevOps (Terraform, Docker).
• Industry background in fast-paced product environments.

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

A Senior Full Stack Developer’s day revolves around shipping features while maintaining performance and reliability. You will:

• Start with standup, reviewing sprint goals and prioritizing tickets.
• Develop new features across front-end and back-end, from UI components to APIs.
• Review and merge code, providing mentorship through constructive feedback.
• Debug and optimize applications, resolving bugs or scaling bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with designers and product managers to refine UX and feature requirements.
• Deploy updates through CI/CD pipelines and monitor performance in production.
• Document technical changes for future maintainability and onboarding.

Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)

• Features shipped on time and aligned with requirements.
• Application uptime ≥ 99.9% with minimal performance issues.
• Code coverage maintained ≥ 80%.
• Reduced technical debt (tracked through code reviews/refactoring).
• Positive feedback from peers and product stakeholders.

Interview Process

• Initial Phone Screen
• Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
• Technical Assessment (e.g., build a small feature end-to-end with API + UI + test coverage)
• Client Interview with Engineering/Product Team
• Offer & Background Verification