MERN Stack Developer with DevOps Experience

Company Description

Panini8 Software produces adaptive software in Mathematical Sciences, including the flagship product, Panini8, which allows users to practice problems adaptively. They also offer Lilavati, a Latex-enabled chat application. The company's core focus is on creating innovative tools that enhance learning and problem-solving experiences in the mathematical domain.

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and versatile MERN Stack Developer with a strong background in DevOps to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in developing robust and scalable web applications using the MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) stack, and possess at least one year of hands-on experience with DevOps practices and tools. This role requires a professional who can not only write clean, efficient code but also contribute to the automation, deployment, and operational aspects of our software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

Full-Stack Development

Front-end Development:

Back-end Development

Database Management:

DevOps Implementation:

• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions) for automated build, test, and deployment processes.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools like Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud-specific services.
• Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement logging and alerting solutions.
• Manage cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) including setting up virtual machines, databases, and networking components.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable, reliable, and secure infrastructure.
• Code Quality & Best Practices Write well-documented, testable, and maintainable code. Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to best practices.
• Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Identify and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks in development and production environments.
• Continuous Learning: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in MERN and DevOps.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in MERN Stack development.
• Minimum of 1 year of dedicated experience in DevOps practices and tools.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+).
• Expertise in React.js (Hooks, Context API, Redux/MobX is a plus).
• Solid understanding of Node.js and Express.js for building scalable APIs.
• Experience with MongoDB, including Mongoose ODM.
• DevOps Expertise (minimum 1 year experience required)
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions).
•  Proficiency with containerization technologies (Docker is a must; Kubernetes experience is a significant plus).
•  Experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) – including services like EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC.
•  Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) is a strong plus.
•  Understanding of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
•  Basic understanding of Linux/Unix operating systems and shell scripting.
• Version Control: Proficient with Git and Git workflows (e.g., branching, merging, pull requests).
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Communication:Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Skills (Nice-to-Have):

• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library, Mocha, Chai).
• Knowledge of serverless architectures.
• Experience with NGINX or Apache.
• Understanding of microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
• Contributions to open-source projects.

Salary:

The Salary for this position is ranging between ₹25000 - ₹35000 per month based on the skill set.

Wokring Hours and Shift:

You will be required to work in the day shift (10:30 AM IST - 7:30 PM IST) with one week off every week (with one extra week-off at company's discretion)