Sr. Software Engineer - Web Platform, Digital Business Bengaluru (1005), Technology
Overview
- We are seeking a talented and passionate React Developer to join our team and play a key role in the development and maintenance of internal backend tools and dashboards.
- You will be responsible for building and maintaining high-quality, user-friendly interfaces that empower our engineering and operations teams.
Location - Bangalore
Education - B.E. / B.Tech, MCA or Equivalent Computer Degree
Essential Experience :
Proficient in web technologies including React, Next-Js, Node-JS and API Gateways
Responsibilities - Area of Responsibilities
You will be responsible for leading the architecture, development, and optimization of robust web platforms and internal tools.This includes full ownership of frontend engineering, active collaboration with backend / API teams, and bringing strategic value through logging, observability, AI-enhanced tooling, and performance-driven architecture.Frontend Engineering & UX Development -
Design, develop, and maintain scalable React / Next.js-based applications for internal tools and consumer-facing products.Ensure pixel-perfect, cross-browser compatible, and responsive UIs across web and mobile web. Transition existing web apps to React Native where necessary for hybrid mobilityArchitecture & PerformanceArchitect high-concurrency, low-latency, streaming-ready web platforms for OTT and media domains.Drive decisions around frontend structure, modularization, and SSR strategies.Build and optimize distributed systems that scale seamlessly with user demand.DevOps & Monitoring Integration - Integrate and maintain logging / monitoring systems like Sentry, Datadog, New Relic, and LogRocket to proactively track errors and performance.Define structured error boundaries and fallback strategies in the frontend.Implement observability in code to support production debugging and SLA reporting.AI / Automation Integration
Utilize AI tools like GitHub Copilot, Tabnine, or AI-based code review / testing assistants to accelerate development.Apply generative AI to write boilerplate code, unit tests, and documentation.Stay updated on trends in AI-driven developer tooling and suggest adoption opportunities. 5. API & Microservice CommunicationWork with RESTful APIs, API gateways, and backend teams to ensure clean data flow.Secure and optimize API communication with token-based auth, error handling, and retry logic.Knowledge of GraphQL 6. Testing & MaintainabilityWrite unit, integration, and e2e tests using tools like Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, etc.Participate in rigorous code reviews to maintain a clean and scalable codebase.Agile Delivery & Collaboration
Contribute actively to sprint planning, grooming, and retrospectives.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, backend, product) to deliver high-impact features on time. 8. Platform Optimization & SEODrive efforts for technical SEO, improved Core Web Vitals, and performance optimization.Integrate analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, Amplitude) to derive insights from usage behavior.Critical Competencies for Success Behavioral :
Strategic thinker who can balance hands-on coding with architectural vision.High ownership mindset with attention to detail and product excellence.Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across technical and business teams.Comfortable with ambiguity and capable of driving clarity through collaboration.Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can prioritize effectively.Brings a growth mindset, curiosity, and initiative for innovationTechnical :
Proficient in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React.js, Next.js, and component-driven design.Strong understanding of Redux, React Query, context APIs, and performance tuning techniques.Good to have experience with video players like video.js, shaka-player, HLS.js, or dash.js for OTT platforms.Familiar with cloud platforms like AWS, Jenkins, and CI / CD pipelines.Deep hands-on with Git, branching workflows, and code versioning strategies.Understanding of AI tools for code generation, intelligent debugging, and testing automation.Experience with monitoring tools : Sentry, Datadog, New Relic, LogRocket, Grafana, etc.Familiar with payment gateway integrationsStrong knowledge of Agile methodologies, API security, and performance profiling.Other Personal Characteristics
Straightforward, ethical, and professionally assertive.High energy and motivated to mentor and guide junior engineers.Hands-on, resourceful, and resilient with a builder’s mindset.A strong individual contributor who can scale ideas and systems at an organizational level. Strategic yet execution-focused; values outcomes over activity.Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of experience in frontend engineeringPrior experience in OTT, media tech, or high-concurrency consumer platforms is a plus.Exposure to DevOps, analytics, and AI tooling in a development environment.