[Hiring] Senior Full-Stack JavaScript Developer @Half Dome Labs

Role Description

We are seeking up to two Senior Full-Stack JavaScript Developer Contractors. These roles are pivotal in expanding our engineering capabilities, focusing on both enhancing our in-house tool, “Baseplate,” and managing client-related projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Feature Development: Design, develop, and implement new features to augment the functionality of Baseplate.
• Architectural Improvement: Provide detailed feedback and execute improvements to optimize Baseplate’s underlying architecture.
• Bug Fixes: Identify and resolve any bugs or issues encountered in the development process.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the team to formulate test plans. Conduct thorough testing to guarantee Baseplate’s performance aligns with expectations.
• Client Project Involvement: Utilize Baseplate for implementing features specific to client projects and assist with other client-related work.

Qualifications

• Mandatory: Strong expertise in JavaScript.
• Highly Preferred: Proficiency in TypeScript.
• Required: In-depth knowledge of Node.js and React.
• Preferred: Experience with GraphQL and PostgreSQL databases.
• Optional but Beneficial: Experience with DevOps practices (particularly using Terraform/AWS), Prisma ORM, and Tailwind CSS.
• Comprehensive understanding of coding standards and best practices, encompassing not only testing frameworks (like Jest or Vite Test) but also code organization, performance optimization, security considerations, and maintainability.
• Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) workflows.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting, including strong communication skills for articulating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical team members.
• Experience in agile development environments, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to iterative development and feedback.
• Demonstrated ability in creative problem-solving and innovation in software development.
• Willingness to explore and implement new technologies and approaches to enhance project outcomes.
• Languages: English (Fluent).

Requirements

• Part-time freelancers (between 10-20 hours per week initially).
• Preference for Europe/Africa for timezones but open to Americas.
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.