Lead Software Engineer Saas Platform

NexDegree; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 2,000,000 - 2,750,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company in Karachi is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to lead development efforts in JAVA and PHP. This role involves writing code, collaborating with teams, and providing guidance to junior members. Candidates should have 5-6 years of experience, along with SaaS development expertise. The position offers competitive compensation and requires good communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5 to 6 years of software engineering / architecture experience required.
• Experience in SaaS platform development in Open Source Technologies.
• Advanced JAVA and PHP programming skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development effort with technologies like JAVA, PHP, and Flex.
• Write excellent code and conduct peer code reviews.
• Collaborate with developers to gather feedback metrics and develop prototypes.

Skills

Software engineering / architecture experience

SaaS platform development

Leadership experience

JAVA programming skills

PHP programming skills

Web frameworks knowledge

Database design and architecture

Verbal and written communication skills in English

Job description

The Lead Software Engineer would be working onsite at the NexDegree office located on Tariq Road, Karachi.

This would be a regular morning shift position (9:00 am to 6:00 pm, plus a 1-2 hour evening meeting per week which you can do from home) with a premium compensation package as compared to the market standard.

The Lead Software would be responsible for leading the development effort using technologies such as JAVA, PHP and Flex.

Responsibilities

• Writing excellent code
• Collaborating with front end and back end developers for developing rapid prototype concepts and gathering feedback metrics
• Working closely with leadership and product strategy team
• Understanding requirements from Product Manager and recommending solutions
• Evaluating technology alternatives and recommending design improvement
• Conducting peer code reviews
• Evaluating existing architectures for effectiveness and advising on architecture for newer features on current platforms
• Providing technical engineering advice and guidance to junior team members

Requirements & Skills

• 5 to 6 years of software engineering / architecture experience
• SaaS platform development experience in Open Source Technologies
• Leadership experience; taking a project from start to finish
• Good knowledge and understanding of web frameworks
• Good knowledge of database design and architecture
• Must have Advanced JAVA and PHP programming skills
• Familiarity with global industry best practices and trajectory with respect to technology
• Good to have experience in Web RTC
• Knowledge of VoIP platforms is a plus
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English

Information Technology and Services - Karachi, Pakistan