Senior Software Engineer (MERN)

Location: Onsite // Kerala Experience: MERN Stack // Min. 3 Year About Us Helixo is a bootstrapped, profitable company on a mission to create next-gen Shopify apps for next-gen ecommerce brands. We're building the Apple of Shopify - an ecosystem of 15 AI-first apps so seamless and loved, they become the operating system for ecommerce. Brands like Decathlon, Nykaa, and Bellavita have already generated over $120 million in extra revenue through our products. But that's not enough. Our eyes are on the $1 billion impact mark in next 3 years (1,00,00,00,000 - yes, those zeros are real!). And we're rebuilding our flagship app to get there. Mission: MUGA - Make UFE Great Again We're on a mission to reclaim the UFE.ai app's #1 spot on the Shopify App Store . To make that happen, we're looking for a Senior MERN Stack Developer who: Thinks like an owner, Writes scalable, clean, and reliable code, Takes end-to-end ownership of features and systems and Executes fast like a startup engineer If you enjoy building impactful products and pushing engineering boundaries, this is your place. We only live once - so why waste it doing ordinary work Join the $1B impact rocketship. What We Need in Our Senior MERN Stack Developer We're looking for a passionate Sr. MERN Stack Developer to help us build and scale our Shopify SaaS applications. You'll be responsible for developing robust features end-to-end using MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js. You'll work closely with our product and design teams to deliver seamless, high-performance user experiences. This role also offers the opportunity to shape our codebase, influence architecture decisions, and grow into a core engineering leader as we scale. Responsibilities Design, develop, and scale robust web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) with a strong focus on long-term maintainability. Take end-to-end ownership of key modules and features, from technical design to production rollout. Perform code reviews , enforce coding standards, and ensure best practices across the team. Mentor junior developers by providing technical guidance, feedback, and support for skill growth. Actively contribute to architecture discussions , scalability planning, and technical decision-making. Participate in and help drive agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) with a leadership mindset. Identify, debug, and resolve complex production issues and performance bottlenecks. Continuously suggest improvements to engineering processes, team efficiency, and product quality . Gradually take on people management responsibilities , including task allocation, progress tracking, and supporting team collaboration. Required Skills and Qualifications 3–5 years of hands-on experience building and maintaining real-world applications using the MERN stack. Strong expertise in React.js and Node.js, with a solid understanding of component architecture, state management, and RESTful API design. Proven experience with MongoDB, Express.js, Git-based workflows, and effective debugging practices. Strong foundation in HTML, CSS, and modern JavaScript (ES6+), with an eye for performance and scalability. Ability to analyze problems deeply, make sound technical decisions, and design scalable solutions. Demonstrated ownership mindset with the ability to work independently without micromanagement. Experience or strong interest in code reviews, mentoring, and guiding other developers. Good communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across product, design, and engineering teams. Working knowledge of AI-assisted development tools and best practices for writing secure, scalable, and production-ready code. Interest in people management and technical leadership, with readiness to grow into a Product Team Lead role. Bonus Skills Experience with Remix, Next.js , or TypeScript . Previous work on Shopify apps or eCommerce platforms. Exposure to DevOps , CI/CD , or cloud hosting (like Vercel or AWS). Contributions to open-source or side projects. Familiarity with performance optimization techniques. What we offer The opportunity to play a pivotal role in a fast-growing startup. The chance to work with a dedicated and passionate team. A platform to innovate, learn, and contribute at every step. Why Helixo Work with a team that values collaboration, learning, and innovation. Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. Competitive remuneration and benefits package. Contribute to building tools that empower thousands of e-commerce merchants. What We're Not Looking For Candidates who need constant hand-holding and aren't proactive in problem-solving. Developers who are resistant to feedback or uncomfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Those who over-rely on StackOverflow (btw, stackoverflow is no more) or AI without understanding the core logic. Vibe coding guy without logical thinking Individuals who struggle with basic version control or writing scalable code. Candidates unwilling to take end-to-end responsibility for the features they build. Lack of accountability or poor communication within a collaborative team setup. A Personal Note: Your personal mission You should be able to build your own kickass startup after Helixo. This isn't a safe role. It's a front-row seat to chaos, ownership, and clarity. If that excites you more than it scares you - let's talk. How to apply Send your resume telling us: Why you're interested in this role, What caught your eyes One product you've shipped that you're proud of How would you build a team you can go to war with, one that fits in your hand and never drops the ball Email: [HIDDEN TEXT] Subject: I'm your Builder for $1B impact // [Your Name] Footnote: Feeling stuck in your present job's monotony Seeking a role filled with thrills and challenges Join us at Helixo, We are rapidly growing, and we need team members like you!