Job Description
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
This Lead Full Stack Engineer role requires advanced Japanese proficiency and lets you shape a versatile workflow automation platform, designing both frontend and backend solutions that boost operational efficiency. You'll work closely with stakeholders in Japan, translating complex requirements into scalable systems while influencing architecture and driving impactful business outcomes.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Build, extend, and scale our internal workflow automation platform built on top of n8n;
- Design and implement backend services and integrations to support complex automation workflows;
- Develop and maintain scalable integrations with internal services, third-party SaaS platforms, and APIs;
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders and pilot users in Japan, particularly within the Recruit domain, to ensure successful platform onboarding and adoption;
- Customize workflows and platform capabilities based on user needs and operational requirements;
- Contribute to platform architecture decisions and ensure long-term scalability and reliability;
- Provide technical leadership and best practices for automation design, system integrations, and platform stability;
- Support users by troubleshooting issues, improving platform usability, and ensuring successful adoption.
MUST HAVES
- 5+ years of experience;
- Business-level to native Japanese proficiency, written and spoken non-negotiable;
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and users in Japan;
- Strong experience with Node.js as a primary backend language;
- Experience building, extending, or operating automation platforms using n8n;
- Python as a secondary language for backend services, scripting, or supporting components;
- Experience with React for building modern, responsive interfaces and integrating frontend applications with backend services;
- PostgreSQL relational database design, querying, and optimization;
- MongoDB experience with NoSQL data modeling and document-based storage;
- Strong experience building and maintaining REST APIs;
- Experience integrating internal systems and third-party SaaS platforms;
- Experience with Docker and containerized environments;
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills;
- Comfortable working directly with users and partners to understand needs and ensure successful platform adoption;
- Ability to translate technical capabilities into practical solutions for business teams;
- Strong collaboration and communication skills in cross-functional and international environments;
- Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
- Experience designing workflow automation systems;
- Experience with SaaS integrations across multiple platforms;
- Background in platform architecture or internal developer platforms;
- Experience building internal tools or automation platforms used across multiple teams.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Remote work & Local connection: Work where you feel most productive and connect with your team in periodic meet-ups to strengthen your network and connect with other top experts.
- Legal presence in India: We ensure full local compliance with a structured, secure work environment tailored to Indian regulations.
- Competitive Compensation in INR: Fair compensation in INR with dedicated budgets for your personal growth, education, and wellness.
- Innovative Projects: Leverage the latest tech and create cutting-edge solutions for world-recognized clients and the hottest startups.
