Principal Software Engineer
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Job Description
About vFairs:
vFairs is an all-in-one event management software that helps organizations of all sizes host memorable virtual hybrid and in-person events. Were on a mission to help organizations influence inspire & delight audiences they care about without limits of space & time. Rated #1 by our customers on review sites such as G2 Capterra and SourceForge we empower companies to host engaging & high-impact events using our best-in-class tech combined with unbeatable customer support.
Company Culture:
We are a team of diverse employees from around the world bringing our unique skills and experience together to create a well-rounded supportive remote-first environment. Our culture relies on the values of inclusivity innovation accountability and transparency with absolutely no ceiling on how high you can fly with us! Role Overview:
RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Leadership
Architect and design scalable web applications and microservices
Lead technical decisions and establish coding standards across the organization
Mentor and guide development teams on best practices and emerging technologies
Conduct technical interviews and contribute to hiring decisions
Drive innovation by researching and implementing new technologies and frameworks
Development & Engineering
Develop and maintain high-performance web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks ( React Angular)
Design and implement robust backend APIs using Laravel/PHP and other relevant technologies
Write and optimize complex MySQL queries and database schemas
Build responsive accessible front-end components using HTML5 CSS3 and modern CSS frameworks
Implement comprehensive testing strategies (unit integration e2e)
System Design & Performance
Architect scalable maintainable and performant web solutions
Optimize applications for maximum speed scalability and user experience
Design and implement caching strategies and performance monitoring
Ensure cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness
Implement security best practices and data protection measures
Process & Quality Assurance
Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment strategies
Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback
Implement version control best practices and branching strategies
Define and monitor key performance indicators for web applications
Troubleshoot complex issues and provide technical support
Collaboration & Communication
Collaborate with product managers designers and stakeholders to define technical requirements
Communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning
Document technical decisions architecture and implementation details
Requirements
Education & Experience
BS/MS in Computer Science Software Engineering or related field
8 years of progressive experience in full-stack web development
3 years in a senior/lead technical role with team leadership experience
Proven track record of delivering complex web applications at scale
Technical Expertise
Expert-level proficiency in modern JavaScript (ES6) and TypeScript
Deep experience with React or Angular (preferably multiple frameworks)
Strong backend development skills with Laravel/PHP and RESTful API design
Advanced database skills including MySQL optimization complex queries and schema design
Experience with modern build tools (Webpack Vite etc.) and package managers
Architecture & Design
Experience designing and implementing microservices and distributed systems
Knowledge of web performance optimization techniques and tools
Understanding of security best practices (OWASP authentication authorization)
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP) and containerization (Docker Kubernetes)
Development Practices
Expertise in Git workflows branching strategies and version control best practices
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
Knowledge of agile methodologies and software development lifecycle
Experience with monitoring logging and observability tools
Soft Skills
Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
Excellent communication skills (technical and non-technical)
Problem-solving mindset with analytical thinking
Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams
Continuous learning attitude and passion for technology
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with event-driven architectures and real-time web applications
Knowledge of WebRTC WebSockets and real-time communication protocols
Experience with performance monitoring tools (New Relic DataDog etc.)
Contributions to open-source projects or technical communities
Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG) and internationalization
Knowledge of SEO best practices and web analytics
Experience with progressive web apps (PWA) and mobile web development
Employment Type
Full Time
