Job Summary
The Sr. Software Development Engineer will be part of an agile development team, building and working on payment domain services. The Sr. Software Developer develops information systems by designing, developing, and installing software solutions that are scalable for a high transaction environment.
Job Description:
Works with an agile development team that designs, develops and maintains scalable services.
Responsible for writing technical design specifications.
Recommend and develop an architectural and detailed design that is used by other members of the development teams.
Coach the team on software best practices (design, coding, troubleshooting, work breakdown, work estimation, refactor strategies, automated testing, etc.)
Work closely with the other teams to optimize system architecture and project efficiency.
Partner with our Product Owner to plan work and prioritization.
Maintain high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits.
Assist in the collection and documentation of user's requirements, development of user stories, estimates and work plans.
Collaborate and add value through participation in peer code reviews, providing comments and suggestions.
Analyze and resolve technical and application problems.
Regular practice of CI/CD.
Support, maintain and document software functionality.
Research and evaluate a variety of software products; create PoCs as necessary to demonstrate new ideas and technologies.
The duties and responsibilities described above may provide only a partial description of this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all aspects of the job. Other duties and responsibilities not outlined in this document may be added as necessary or desirable, with or without notice.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Communication skills: must be able to articulate and have a strong technical vocabulary
Must be able to coach the team on software best practices (design, coding, troubleshooting, work breakdown, work estimation, refactor strategies, automated testing, etc.)
Strong knowledge of system architecture, best practices and design patterns
Evaluate and identify new technologies for implementation
Strong background with .NET Core, C#, Kubernetes / Docker
Knowledge and experience in Distributed systems, MicroServices, SOA and n-tier architectures
Strong knowledge of Relational and non-relational DBs
Knowledge of REST API, event-driven architecture applications, caching, scaling, security, etc.
Strong knowledge of Managed Memory Architecture / Garbage Collector / Cache Management
DDD and event driven architectures a plusAbility to inspire team
Expert knowledge of and ability to communicate software architecture and design principles
Expert in writing testable software
Expert in design
Strong knowledge in CI/CD systems
Proficient with Object Oriented programming
Experience with source control systems(git)
Experience with agile development methodologies
Experience with debugging, performance profiling and optimization
Strong initiative to find ways to improve solutions, systems
Attention to quality through unit tests, integration tests, and code reviews
Understanding of queue processing(MSMQ , RabbitMQ, Kafka)
NoSQL databases(Elastic , Cassandra , Mongo )
Relational Database Experience (MSSQL, Postgres)
Experience Requirements:
Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience with software development, design patterns, software architecture
Experience with e-commerce payment systems preferred
Experience in Distributed systems, MicroServices
Experience with REST API, event-driven architecture applications, caching, scaling, security
Experience with Relational and non-relational DBs
5+ Years of experience working with C#, .NET Core
Experience using Kubernetes, Helm, and Docker
Experience building dashboards and alerts
Experience using Prometheus, Grafana, Elasticsearch, Kibana
Experience in the CI/CD
Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
Experience working with RabbitMQ, Redis, Kafka
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree required. An emphasis in Computer Science is preferred
Judgment/Reasoning Ability: Able to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly using sound judgment, poise and diplomacy. Ability to use judgment and reasoning skills, and determine when to escalate issues, as required, in a timely manner.
Physical Demands (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The team member is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers, bend, stoop and reach with hands and arms. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the work day. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment: The noise in the work environment is usually moderate. Other factors are:
Hectic, fast-paced with multi-level distractions
Professional, yet casual work environment
Office / Warehouse environment
Ability to work extended hours as required
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Employees (and their families) that meet eligibility criteria as outlined in applicable plan documents are eligible to participate in our medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance programs and may enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan. Employees will also be eligible for Time Off and Paid Sick Leave pursuant to the company’s policies. Employees will enjoy paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents.
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iHerb does not accept unsolicited 3rd party ("Agency") candidates. If you are an Agency, please send any requests to be considered as a supplier in our Vendor Management System to [email protected]. Do not contact iHerb employees directly. If requested to work on a role, any Agency candidates would be presented through the internal recruiting organization.
About iHerb
iHerb is on a mission to make health and wellness accessible to all. We offer Earth’s best-curated selection of health and wellness products, at the best possible value, delivered with the most convenient experience.
We’re the world’s largest eCommerce platform dedicated to vitamins, minerals, and supplements, and other health and wellness products. For more than 25 years, we’ve been making it simple for people all over the world to purchase the highest quality products. From supplements to skincare to grocery items, we ship over 50,000 products, from over 1,800 brands direct to our customers in 180+ countries.
Our vision is to become the #1 destination for health and wellness across the world.
With a passion for wellness and a mind for innovative solutions, iHerb team members share a vision for a healthier world that drives them each day. Our 5 Shared Values unite our global team:
Focus on the Customer · Empower Our People · Be Entrepreneurial & Pivot Quickly ·
Embrace Diversity & Inclusion · Strive for Simplicity
iHerb Benefits
At iHerb, we are dedicated to offering programs designed to help our employees and their families stay healthy, live well, and plan for their financial future. Built on a strong foundation, our programs provide options and upgrades with flexibility, protection, and security in mind. For the comprehensive benefits list, visit www.iHerbBenefits.com. For our international team members, you may be eligible for benefits depending on the country where you are employed. The Talent Acquisition Partner/local HR representative will go over the benefits you are eligible for.
iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.
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