Software Engineer - E6 - Frontend

Whatfix Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Whatfix Inc. is seeking a senior software engineer based in Bengaluru, India, to design and develop scalable systems in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have over 9 years of experience, strong proficiency in React, types of JavaScript, and a solid understanding of SDLC.

The company promotes collaboration and innovation within the team, values diverse perspectives, and offers options for flexible work arrangements as needed.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in engineering, strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Proficient in building user interfaces with React and its ecosystem.
• Experience building microservices using frameworks like Spring.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop highly scalable, reliable and fault tolerant systems.
• Work with business to define requirements.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

React

TypeScript

Backend development (Java)

Microservices

Elasticsearch

Web extension development

Agile methodologies

Tools

Webpack

Hadoop MR

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design and develop highly scalable, reliable and fault tolerant systems for one of the world’s fastest growing startups.
• Work with business to define requirements
• Perform technical design and hands‑on coding for development and enhancement efforts
• Develop new user-facing features
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
• Assure that all user input is validated
• Promote best practices in design and coding
• Conduct design and code reviews
• Understand the customer needs; design and implement envision project goals, product architectural solutions with a high focus on detail to ensure successful implementation.
• Articulate complex problems communicating viable architecture and design approaches in a clear and concise manner.
• Enhance the agile SDLC within the Development Team through new learning, continued growth, and applying industry best practices and processes.
• Occasionally participate in customer demos and provide inputs wherever required
• Keep optimizing and automating mundane tasks.

Requirements

• 9+ years of experience in engineering, with a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Hands‑on experience with HTML, CSS, SCSS, TypeScript & JavaScript. (must have)
• Proficient in building user interfaces with React and its ecosystem (React Router, Server‑side Rendering, Context API, React Hooks) (must have). Webpack build tool with module federation & Micro front‑end architecture experience is a plus
• Experience with Elasticsearch, Hadoop MR, familiarity to Generative AI, Native Desktop applications is a plus.
• Web extension development experience (preferred)
• In-depth understanding of cross‑browser compatibility and solutions
• Experience with backend development (Java preferred)
• Experience building microservices using frameworks like Spring and microservice architecture
• Proven experience working in a fast‑paced environment, preferably for internet companies, products, or startups
• Strong grasp of design principles and their practical application
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Eager to learn and thrive in a collaborative team environment

Note

• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diverse people because of and not in spite of the differences. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
• At Whatfix, we deeply value collaboration, innovation, and human connection. We believe that being together in the office five days a week fosters open communication, strengthens our sense of community, and accelerates innovation—ultimately helping us achieve our goals more effectively. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility in balancing personal and professional priorities. To support this, we offer the option to work from home up to two days per month. In any situation that requires additional flexibility, we’re open to considering exceptions on a case‑by‑case basis to ensure you’re supported in managing both work and life seamlessly.