Creative Chaos

Principal Software Engineer - React (Contractual)

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About the role

Job Summary
A Principal Software Engineer for ReactJS is an associate at Creative Chaos who is mainly responsible for developing server applications of various software platforms including but not limited to writing Restful APIs to be consumed by client applications. A principal software engineer makes sure that the functionality, security and performance of the server application is as per the design and is completely bug free. Principal engineers have a responsibility to lead a team of engineers, mentor team members through continuous training and guidance.
Duties & Responsibilities

Lead a team of software engineers

Mentor team members through training and guidance

Analyze business requirements

Estimate assigned tasks

Write code and unit tests

Collaborate with other team members

Tune your code for enhanced security and performance

Maintain systems by fixing any existing issues

Update issue tracking software

Provide status updates

Communicate with client

Control versions of your code

Research new technologies

Upgrade skills and knowledge

Evaluate candidates for open positions

Requirements

Minimum Bachelors in Computer Science/Software Engineering or equivalent.

Minimum eight (8) years of related experience in professional industry

Strong communication skills

Strong proficiency in Javascript technologies

Knowledge and experience of developing user interfaces with HTML and CSS

Knowledge and experience of developing applications with ReactJS, Redux and Context

Knowledge and experience of design systems such as Material-UI or Atomize etc.

Understanding of accessibility standards and security compliances

Experience with writing unit tests and ensuring the minimum 90% test coverage

Knowledge of and experience with Github, JIRA and other collaboration tools

Basic understanding of back-end technologies

Flexible attitude and versatile personality

Strong presentation skills

Strong influence among team members

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Work From Home

Health Insurance

OPD

Training and Development

Life Insurance

Exchange Program

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Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Principal Software Engineer - React (Contractual) role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Creative Chaos?
  3. Which of CSS, HTML and Javascript have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with CSS, HTML and Javascript.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Principal Software Engineer - React (Contractual) role because I can bring practical experience in CSS, HTML and Javascript, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Creative Chaos needs from this hire.

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