Senior Software Architect

The Job

We're building a cutting-edge real-time business intelligence platform powered by LIVE location data and IoT sensors for industrial clients.

What You'll Build

• Real-time IoT data ingestion platform handling millions of sensor data points
• 3D digital twin visualization engine for industrial facilities
• Advanced BI dashboards with real-time analytics and predictive insights
• Scalable microservices architecture supporting enterprise clients
• High-performance APIs for real-time data streaming and visualization

Key Responsibilities

• Backend Development
• Design and implement real-time data pipeline using Apache Kafka and Redis
• Build microservices architecture with Node.js/Go for high-throughput IoT data processing
• Implement time-series database solutions (InfluxDB/TimescaleDB) for sensor data storage
• Develop RESTful APIs and WebSocket servers for real-time communication
• Create data processing pipelines for location and IoT sensor analytics

Frontend Development

• Build responsive web applications using React.js with real-time data visualization
• Implement 3D digital twin interfaces using Three.js or similar WebGL frameworks
• Create interactive BI dashboards with D3.js, Chart.js for data visualization
• Develop real-time monitoring interfaces with live sensor data updates
• Ensure cross-platform compatibility and mobile responsiveness

Infrastructure & DevOps

• Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)
• Implement containerization using Docker and Kubernetes orchestration
• Set up CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment
• Configure monitoring and alerting systems using Prometheus/Grafana
• Ensure system scalability, security, and high availability

Data & Analytics

• Work with time-series databases and optimize queries for real-time performance
• Implement data streaming and processing using Apache Kafka/Redis
• Build analytics engines for IoT sensor data interpretation
• Create predictive models integration for industrial IoT scenarios
• Design efficient data storage and retrieval systems

Required Technical SkillsBackend Technologies

• Languages: Node.js, Python, or Go (minimum 4+ years experience)
• Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, InfluxDB/TimescaleDB, Redis
• Message Queues: Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, or AWS SQS/SNS
• APIs: RESTful services, GraphQL, WebSocket implementation
• Cloud Platforms: AWS/GCP/Azure with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)

Frontend Technologies

• JavaScript/TypeScript: Advanced proficiency with ES6+ features
• React.js: 3+ years building complex web applications
• 3D Visualization: Three.js, WebGL, or similar 3D rendering libraries
• Data Visualization: D3.js, Chart.js, or similar charting libraries
• Real-time UI: WebSocket integration, real-time data binding

IoT & Real-Time Systems

• Time-Series Data: Experience with sensor data processing and storage
• Real-time Processing: Stream processing frameworks (Apache Kafka, Flink)
• IoT Protocols: MQTT, HTTP/HTTPS, WebSocket protocols
• High-Performance Systems: Experience building low-latency, high-throughput applications
• Distributed Systems: Understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture

DevOps & Infrastructure

• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes, container orchestration
• CI/CD: GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, automated testing and deployment
• Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana, application performance monitoring
• Cloud Services: AWS IoT, Google Cloud IoT, Azure IoT Hub experience preferred

Experience Requirements

• 5-8 years of full-stack development experience
• 2+ years building real-time data processing systems
• Experience with IoT platforms or sensor data management
• Previous work on scalable web applications (100K+ concurrent users)
• Experience with time-series databases and high-frequency data
• Background in industrial IoT, manufacturing, or enterprise B2B platforms preferred

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities for complex system architecture challenges
• Experience working in agile development environments
• Excellent communication skills for technical documentation and team collaboration
• Ability to mentor junior developers and lead technical initiatives
• Comfortable working with ambiguity in a fast-growing startup environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: Rs. 18-30 lakhs (based on experience)
• Equity/stock options with high growth potential
• Opportunity to build a platform from scratch using cutting-edge technology
• Remote work flexibility with occasional travel for client meetings
• Learning budget for conferences, courses, and certifications
• Hardware budget for high-end development equipment

Bonus Points

• Experience with Apple/Google-scale system architecture
• Knowledge of machine learning integration with IoT data
• Previous experience building digital twin or simulation platforms
• Understanding of industrial protocols (OPC-UA, Modbus, etc.)
• Open source contributions to IoT or real-time processing projects

Application Requirements

Please include:

1. Portfolio: Links to real-time applications or IoT projects you've built
2. Technical Case Study: Describe a complex system you architected and built
3. GitHub Profile: Show us your code quality and project diversity
4. System Design: Brief description of how you'd approach building our platform

Interview Process

1. Technical Screening: System design and architecture discussion
2. Coding Challenge: Real-time data processing problem
3. System Architecture: Design a scalable IoT platform
4. Cultural Fit: Team collaboration and communication assessment