Senior Software Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Cancún; Hybrid; MXN 1,695,000 - 2,637,000; Full time

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a senior software engineer to join a globally distributed team. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere as you design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions that drive innovation.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with product managers and designers, and help define technical strategy while staying current with industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, C++, Go or JavaScript.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms and OO design.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiar with Agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality software applications and systems.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements and specs.
• Write clean, efficient, scalable, well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster growth.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and apply them to projects.
• Ensure performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.

Skills

Strong communication

Remote collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Java

Python

C++

Go

JavaScript

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct , is looking for a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join their globally distributed team. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable software solutions that drive innovation. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise, a passion for clean code, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to tackle complex technical challenges and shape the future of our technology. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within a collaborative and forward-thinking organization, without the constraints of a traditional office environment. We seek a strategic thinker who can influence technical direction and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence. Embrace the future of work with this fully remote role.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality software applications and systems.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define product requirements and technical specifications.
• Write clean, efficient, scalable, and well-documented code in relevant programming languages.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy.
• Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices, applying them to improve development processes and product quality.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, Go, or JavaScript.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design principles.
• Experience with database systems (SQL and NoSQL).
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a remote team environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and conference attendance.
• Fully remote work flexibility.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and challenging projects.