Description :

About the Role :

Popular Digital AI is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our Bengaluru team in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in MEAN/MERN stack development, relational databases, and DevOps practices, along with hands-on experience in the complete software development lifecycle.

You will play a critical role in designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining scalable web and mobile applications while providing technical leadership and collaborating closely with business and technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities :

End-to-End Application Development :

- Design, develop, test, debug, and deploy scalable web and mobile applications using MEAN/MERN technologies

- Build high-performance, maintainable, and secure software solutions

- Ensure adherence to coding standards and software engineering best practices

Technical Leadership :

- Lead technical initiatives and take ownership of assigned projects

- Guide development teams and provide technical mentorship

- Participate in architecture discussions and design reviews

Problem Solving & Collaboration :

- Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), product teams, and stakeholders to solve complex business problems

- Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions

DevOps & CI/CD :

- Work with DevOps tools and processes to improve software delivery

- Utilize Git, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines

- Support automated deployment and release management

Cloud & Infrastructure :

- Deploy and manage applications in cloud environments

- Work with platforms such as AWS and Azure

- Build scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based solutions

Database Management :

- Design and manage relational databases

- Optimize database performance and ensure data consistency

- Work with :

1. MS SQL Server

2. PostgreSQL

3. MySQL

Agile Development :

- Actively participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, estimation, stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews

- Collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams

Continuous Learning & Innovation :

- Stay updated on emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks

- Drive technical improvements and innovation across projects

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Experience :

- 3- 6 years of experience in software development with strong hands-on expertise in web and mobile applications

Technical Skills :

Strong experience in :

- MEAN/MERN Stack :

1. MongoDB

2. Express.js

3. Angular or React.js

4. Node.js

5. Python

- Relational Databases :

1. MS SQL

2. PostgreSQL

3. MySQL

- DevOps Tools :

1. Git

2. Jenkins

3. Azure DevOps

- Cloud Platforms :

1. AWS

2. Microsoft Azure

- Software Engineering Knowledge

- Strong understanding of :

1. Software development lifecycle (SDLC)

2. Scalable architecture design

3. Coding standards and best practices

4. Testing methodologies

5. Deployment strategies

6. Agile Methodologies

- Experience with Agile frameworks, sprint planning, and estimation techniques

Education :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Preferred Qualifications :

- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

- Experience leading or mentoring development teams

- Passion for learning emerging technologies

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment