Senior Software Engineer - shopdev

Taraki; Lahore; On-site; PKR 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Shopdev in Lahore is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with 5+ years of experience in building scalable JavaScript applications. You will drive AI-driven features and work across frontend and backend using React/Next.js and Node/Express.js.

The role emphasizes designing robust APIs, architecture, and scalable systems while collaborating with product, design, and data teams. Ideal candidates will have exposure to AI integrations, ML tooling, and modern software engineering practices to deliver

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building scalable applications.
• Experience in solution architecture design and system design.
• Experience integrating AI tools and APIs (OpenAI, LangChain, Hugging Face).
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Experience with React.js/Next.js and Node.js/Express.js.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust APIs and backend services.
• Design end-to-end technical solutions and system architecture aligned with business requirements.
• Define architecture standards, system design patterns, and best practices for scalability and performance.
• Integrate AI/ML models and third-party AI tools into applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, design, and data teams to deliver AI-powered features.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best engineering practices.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and architecture planning.
• Stay updated with emerging AI trends and evaluate new tools/frameworks for adoption.

Skills

React.js / Next.js

Node.js / Express.js

Solution architecture design

AI tools / APIs integration

RESTful APIs & microservices

SQL/NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, Mongo

Git version control

Strong problem-solving

Tools

OpenAI APIs

LangChain

Hugging Face

Job description

About the job Senior Software Engineer - shopdev

Our client Shopdev is looking for Senior Software Engineer in Lahore. About the Role We are looking for a highly skilled JavaScript Developer with 5+ years of experience in building scalable applications and exposure to AI tools and implementation. The ideal candidate should be passionate about modern technologies, capable of integrating AI-driven solutions and implementation, and comfortable working across both frontend and backend ecosystems. Additionally, the candidate should have experience in solution architecture design, with the ability to design scalable, secure, and high-performance systems. Experience with Python for AI/ML integrations will be a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust APIs and backend services.
• Design end-to-end technical solutions and system architecture aligned with business requirements.
• Define architecture standards, system design patterns, and best practices for scalability and performance.
• Integrate AI/ML models and third-party AI tools (e.g., OpenAI APIs, LLMs, automation tools) into applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, design, and data teams to deliver AI-powered features.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best engineering practices.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and architecture planning.
• Stay updated with emerging AI trends and evaluate new tools/frameworks for adoption.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with:
  • Frontend frameworks: React.js / Next.js
  • Backend: Node.js / Express.js
• Experience in solution architecture design, including system design, scalability planning, and architecture decision-making
• Experience integrating AI tools/APIs (e.g., OpenAI, LangChain, Hugging Face, or similar)
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
• Familiarity with databases (SQL/NoSQL such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
• Understanding of version control systems (Git)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Ownership mindset and proactive attitude
• Eagerness to learn and experiment with new technologies, especially in AI