Lead Software Engineer, JavaScript/TypeScript (Remote)

📋 Description

• • Bjak is at the forefront of revolutionizing financial services across ASEAN, with a steadfast commitment to making affordable and sustainable options accessible to everyone. As the largest insurance portal in Southeast Asia, our flagship platform, Bjak.com, empowers millions of users to discover insurance policies that offer the best value and comprehensive coverage. Our strategic investments in advanced technologies, including custom APIs, sophisticated trading systems, and data science, are instrumental in democratizing access to financial services that have historically been out of reach or shrouded in complexity. As we embark on an exciting phase of expansion into the Indonesian market, we are actively seeking a seasoned and forward-thinking Lead Software Engineer to become an integral part of our dynamic engineering team.
• • In this pivotal role, you will be a cornerstone of our innovative and fast-paced engineering department, contributing significantly to the development and enhancement of our core platforms. This position presents an exceptional opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technologies, foster collaborative relationships with diverse, cross-functional teams, and play a direct role in the sustained growth and resounding success of our organization. You will be instrumental in shaping the technical direction and execution of key projects, ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional value to our users.
• • Your primary technical focus will be on developing robust, high-quality back-end services using Node.js, which will form the backbone of our web applications. This involves not only writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code but also understanding the intricate interplay between the back-end and front-end components. You will be expected to leverage your deep familiarity with modern JavaScript web technologies, including frameworks like ReactJS, NextJS, or AngularJS, to ensure seamless integration and a superior user experience. This dual-faceted responsibility requires a strong grasp of both server-side logic and client-side presentation.
• • A significant aspect of your role will involve the meticulous maintenance and proactive bug fixing for our existing back-end and web systems. This requires a keen analytical mind to diagnose issues, implement effective solutions, and continuously improve the overall quality, performance, and reliability of our software. You will be the go-to person for ensuring the stability and optimal functioning of our critical systems, minimizing downtime and maximizing user satisfaction.
• • Beyond technical contributions, you will provide essential support to both internal stakeholders and external users, addressing their technical queries and ensuring they have a smooth and positive experience with our platforms. This involves translating user needs and feedback into actionable technical improvements and solutions.
• • You will be responsible for the end-to-end implementation of new features, working closely with product owners to translate business requirements into well-architected and scalable software solutions. This demands a proactive approach to understanding product roadmaps and contributing to technical planning.
• • A crucial element of this leadership position is your role in mentoring and guiding junior engineers. You will be expected to foster a culture of technical excellence by sharing your knowledge, providing best practice advice, and helping the team grow their skills. This includes conducting code reviews, facilitating knowledge-sharing sessions, and championing sound engineering principles.
• • You will actively participate in the analysis of complex issues, identifying root causes, and implementing robust fixes to enhance software quality. This involves a commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• • Your expertise will be vital in architecting and implementing scalable and performant back-end solutions using Node.js, ensuring our systems can handle increasing user loads and data volumes. This includes designing and optimizing databases, particularly with MongoDB, and ensuring efficient API development.
• • You will be responsible for developing and maintaining RESTful APIs, ensuring they are well-documented, secure, and performant, facilitating seamless communication between different services and applications.
• • A strong understanding of front-end technologies such as JavaScript/TypeScript, CSS, and HTML5 is essential for effective collaboration with front-end developers and for ensuring the overall coherence of the application.
• • You will be expected to contribute to the strategic technical direction of the team, evaluating new technologies and methodologies to keep Bjak at the cutting edge of financial technology.
• • This role is inherently collaborative, requiring you to work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-impact features and products.
• • You will be a champion for code quality, performance, and security, ensuring that all developed solutions meet Bjak's high standards.