Senior Advisor - Software Engineering

MRO; Pune District; On-site; INR 15,00,000 - 20,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Pune District is seeking a senior advisor (internally known as senior software engineer) to design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance software applications. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience with strong expertise in Node.js, React.js, and SQL (PostgreSQL preferred), and will play a key role in mentoring team members and leading architecture decisions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Node.js, React.js, SQL (PostgreSQL preferred), and working knowledge of Python.
• Excellent understanding of SOLID principles, design patterns, and architectural best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and high-performance applications.
• Participate in all phases of the SDLC.
• Lead solution design discussions and provide technical recommendations.

Skills

Node.js

React.js

SQL (PostgreSQL preferred)

Python (basics)

SOLID principles

Design patterns

Architectural best practices

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Advisor (Internally known as Senior Software Engineer) to design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance software applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Node.js, React.js, Python (basics), and SQL (PostgreSQL preferred) and will play a key role in driving technical excellence, mentoring team members, and leading solution design and architecture decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and high-performance applications using Node.js, React.js, Python (basics), and PostgreSQL.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following established coding standards, design patterns, and best practices.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize applications to ensure high performance and reliability.
• Participate in all phases of the SDLC — including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver robust technical solutions.
• Lead solution design discussions and provide technical recommendations aligned with business objectives.
• Perform peer code reviews, mentor junior developers, and foster a culture of knowledge sharing and technical excellence.
• Influence team and cross-team alignment on architecture practices, design principles, and coding standards.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trends to introduce innovative solutions.
• Actively contribute to internal or external software development communities (COPs, Meetups, or similar).
• Promote a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture within the organization.
• Serve as a recognized “Go-To” expert in one or more technical domains.
• Demonstrate assertiveness and sound judgment in technical decision-making, including the ability to say no when appropriate.
• Drive continuous improvements in system architecture, efficiency, and team productivity.
• Define and evaluate technology options in relation to business value.
• Contribute to talent development by mentoring, recruiting, and building high-performing teams.
• Strong hands-on experience in Node.js, React.js, SQL (PostgreSQL preferred), and basic understanding of Python.
• Solid grasp of SOLID principles, design patterns, and architectural best practices.
• Proven ability to design scalable systems and lead technical initiatives.
• Experience influencing multiple teams or projects through technical leadership.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for continuous learning and improving engineering culture.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Node.js, React.js, SQL (PostgreSQL preferred), and working knowledge of Python.
• Excellent understanding of SOLID principles, design patterns, and architectural best practices.
• Proven ability to design scalable systems and lead technical initiatives across multiple teams.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for continuous learning and driving technical excellence across teams.