Job Specifications
Why Altium?
Altium is transforming the way electronics are designed and built. From startups to world’s technology giants, our digital platforms give more power to PCB designers, supply chain, and manufacturing, letting them collaborate as never before.
Constant innovation has created a transformative technology, unique in its space
More than 30,000 companies and 100,000 electronics engineers worldwide use Altium
We are growing, debt-free, and financially strong, with the resources to become #1 in the EDA industry
About The Role
As a Fullstack Software Engineer working on Octopart.com, you will be responsible for the design and maintenance of the user-facing features and interfaces, including Part Searching and Exploration. You will also develop web services implementing the business logic powering these features.
Altium offers the opportunity to solve unique challenges, including complex data engineering, large-scale distributed systems, and cloud-based architectures. From concepts to building new product features, you will be able to add your own ideas to the world’s most collaborative and efficient electronics design platform for electronics engineers.
Please note: The working mode is on-site: 5 days a week from our Cambridge office.
A Day in the Life of our Fullstack Engineer
Building Web User Interfaces using TypeScript with modern frameworks such as Next.JS/React.
Design and implement web services and manage server-side logic.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, data platform engineers and DevOps engineers.
API scheme design with Back-end engineers is expected.
Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of coding standards and best practices.
Who We’re Looking For
Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience: Proven experience as a Fullstack Software Engineer or in a similar development role; at least 4+ years of experience in Fullstack web application development
Having concrete experience in UI development with TypeScript
Having concrete experience in Backend Development with Node.JS or other languages
Understanding common software design principles and patterns.
Problem-solving and analytical skills; able to understand complex business processes and system workflows
Able to communicate clearly with other engineers and non-technical stakeholders
A strong sense of product ownership.
Required Technology Experience
Advanced knowledge of front-end development using TypeScript and React. Experience in Next.JS is a plus.
Proficient in developing Backend Services. Go and Python are highly preferable.
Experience in interfacing/designing web services with “Top-Down”/ “Schema-First” approach. Having experience in GraphQL is a significant plus.
Understanding of common Relational Database (e.g. MySQL).
Experience in containerized development, CI/CD, and Kubernetes is a plus.
A good understanding of Elasticsearch is beneficial
Soft Skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning in a fast-paced environment
Our Benefits
Private health insurance including dental coverage
Pension scheme with company match up to 9%
nilo.health, mental health and wellbeing support
Remote working abroad program
Professional development support and resources
Employee referral program
28 days' holiday + public holidays and special leave
Home internet and remote working allowance
Flexible working arrangements available based on role and location
Enhanced family and special leave
Corporate membership rates with national gyms
Free lunch, snacks, and drinks in the office
Electric car charging stations, free office parking, bicycle, and scooter storage
Our hybrid schedule
Our global hybrid model allows employees to work remotely two days per week. Our designated In-Office Days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. This is when we come together in-person as a team to collaborate, learn from one another, and accelerate innovation. Some exceptions apply.
Also, we would like you to know
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Learn more about why a career at Altium is an opportunity like no other: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAYCOLpPLPE
Altium Benefits: https://careers.altium.com/#s-benefits
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About the Company
Altium LLC, a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products.
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