Technical Lead (JavaScript) for Data Science at Wiley
Applications are invited for all candidates to fill the Technical Lead (JavaScript) for Data Science Job Opening at Wiley
Closing Date : 07/11/2021
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Whether you are just starting out or looking to build on an already successful career, Wiley is always looking for talented, qualified people to join our global team. Our unique culture is distinguished by a collaborative environment that supports open dialogue, candid feedback, and enduring relationships. We treat each other with dignity and respect — as human beings first and professionals second.
Summary
We are looking for an experienced Technical Lead to join our exciting and rapidly expanding team in Sri Lanka. You will leverage your in-depth knowledge of React and JavaScript technologies to work closely with data scientists to create prototypes and complex applications. You will also ensure your commitment to the highest quality standards both in functional and non-functional areas.
Responsibilities:
- Be the technology lead for the team, take ownership of high-quality deliverables and be accountable.
- Develop applications using React JS, Node JS, and SQL/NoSQL databases such as MySQL and Mongo DB.
- Be responsible for the logical and physical development of applications based on agreed user requirements and architecture.
- Work closely with data scientists to design and architect applications/platform.
- As necessary, performance-profile and stress test solutions to scale and operationalize for internal or external consumption.
- Work with non-technical business colleagues to understand the functionality, composition, and user requirements. Work on UI/UX aspects of the application.
- Be responsible for maintaining the quality of the code and following engineering best practices.
- Drive/participate PI planning and be an Agile advocate.
- Be responsible maintaining the health of production system and attend any production incidents providing quick fixes/work arounds.
- Identify system vulnerabilities/tech debts and assist prioritize them for the team.
- Assist during performance appraisals and provide guidance and mentoring to team members.
- Help with interviews and during the hiring process of new team members.
Requirements:
- BSc in Computer Science or related field.
- Minimum of 6 years' experience in software development including 2 years as a lead. Ability to manage the team and deliveries independently.
- Solid experience in developing applications using React JS, Node JS, and SQL/NoSQL databases such as MySQL and Mongo DB.
- Proven hands-on experience in CI/CD to build/deploy pipelines, and modern DevOps practices, AWS and Kubernetes are essential.
- Experience with OCaml and Python will be an added advantage.
- Good working experience with HTML/CSS and UI/UX principles.
- Knowledge of building data pipelines and warehouse. Knowledge of Snowflake will be an added advantage.
- Proven history working with software and system architecture, microservices architecture and AWS cloud technologies.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including making presentations to varied teams and stakeholders.
- Good understanding of technology methodologies including Agile (SCRUM), continuous integration/ continuous development and automation.
- Familiarity with JIRA and writing user stories.
Please attach your CV in order to be considered for this position.
Apply now : https://bit.ly/2WTB2dh
