Consultant - Fullstack Software Engineer - Supply Chain

ABOUT KALLES GROUP:

Everyone deserves to be secure. Our mission at Kalles Group is to help secure the future for companies of all shapes and sizes.

While our expertise spans multiple disciplines, our method remains consistent: building trust and relationship with people -- whether you are a client, a consultant, or--in this case--a candidate.

No matter what role you come from--whether you're an executive or just starting your career-you can expect our highest level of attention and respect. We want to find the right fit for each role, but we also want you to find the right fit for your career.

We believe the best way to show you what our team is like is to treat you like you're already a part of it. We hope you'll consider joining our team of experienced professionals who are building their careers at Kalles Group—and having fun while doing it.

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

We are seeking a capable Fullstack Software Engineer to join a newly-formed, fast-moving team focused on IT Sustainability and the associated large volumes of data to trace supply chain. In this position, you will work on both front-end and back-end solutions, tackling projects involving databases, backend systems, and user-facing websites. Operating in a fast-paced Agile environment, you will be tasked with designing, building, and improving software solutions. If you're passionate about coding across the full stack, enjoy working in Agile teams, and are excited to contribute to high-visibility projects, this role could be a great fit for you. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Development Across the Stack: Apply your knowledge of the latest technologies to help design and develop innovative software solutions. 

• Support Architecture Design: Collaborate with Architects to shape the architecture for various products and applications, ensuring the design supports availability, security, and flexibility. 

• Build and Optimize Solutions: Execute development, performance tuning, and automation efforts that support the implementation and optimization of software solutions. 

• Strengthen Database and Application Skills: Continue building expertise in both relational and non-relational databases, distributed architectures, user interfaces, security, and business value delivery. 

• Best Practices Adoption: Implement engineering best practices to deliver scalable, efficient, and high-quality code. 

• Contribute to Development Strategy: Offer strategies and guidance on development, along with time and effort estimates, for projects and applications. 

• Engage in Agile Workflows: Participate actively in Agile activities such as sprint planning, retrospectives, daily stand-ups, demos, and backlog refinement sessions. 

• Ensure Quality with Unit Testing: Develop and run unit tests to verify that code changes meet user story requirements. 

• Use Test-Driven Development: Employ test-driven development (TDD) to identify bugs and improve code quality during the development lifecycle. 

• Improve Code Quality: Pinpoint areas in the codebase that can be enhanced and recommend solutions to improve overall code quality. 

• Collaborate on Development: Work alongside team members to move user stories from development to testing, ensuring clarity and smooth transitions. 

• Task and Progress Management: Provide estimates, organize tasks, and report on progress to ensure timely project completion. 

• Collaborative Efforts: Team up with Solution Architects and fellow Software Engineers to define specifications and produce documentation for every phase of the development process, from conception through implementation. 

• Conduct Peer Code Reviews: Lead peer reviews to maintain coding standards and improve the work of your peers. 

• Follow Development Standards: Adhere to established team and departmental standards to maintain code consistency. 

• Mentorship and Growth: Guide and support junior team members to help them improve their skills and grow within the team. 

• Commit to Continuous Learning: Participate in team activities that focus on enhancing knowledge, skills, and overall job quality. 

ABOUT YOU:

• Your values:
  • Integrity: You believe in doing the right thing, even when it's uncomfortable, seemingly inefficient, or costly.
  • Purposefulness: You have a desire to serve others with your skillset and an openness to continuous learning and growth.
  • Ownership: You stick to your commitments, follow up with action, and seek clarity in communication & expectations.

YOUR EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in Full Stack Development. 
• 3+ years of experience or equivalent skills in Web and UI development. 
• Strong desire for experience on supply chain product or projects handling large volumes of data.
• Proficient in application development using React, TypeScript/JavaScript, Terraform, and Docker. 
• Experience supporting the application lifecycle from coding to deployment utilizing CI/CD methodologies. 
• Strong understanding of the Agile software development process. 
• Solid knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts and experience with document databases. 
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to third-party applications. 
• Proven ability to execute iteration plans and deliver projects within scope, schedule, and budget. 
• Customer-focused mindset, dedicated to business partnerships while leveraging out-of-the-box solutions with minimal customization. 
• Responsible, organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. 
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a knack for analyzing potential issues. 
• Capable of mentoring and teaching other team members effectively. 
• Available for off-hours work as needed, including weekends, holidays, and on-call duties on a rotational basis. 

WE WOULD BE THRILLED IF YOU HAVE:

• Experience in developing scalable web services in n-tier architecture with containerized applications. 
• Familiarity with complex network environments, including firewalls, API gateways, and load balancers. 
• Experience creating single-page applications using React. 
• Skills in designing site layouts with Tailwind CSS. 
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps or equivalent code management systems. 
• Ability to listen to and comprehend business needs. 
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. 
• Proven experience in a complex software development environment. 
• Deep understanding of business requirements elicitation for specific programs/projects. 
• Proficient in using standard documentation tools and utilities. 
• Experience as a consultant.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for additional incentives. The annual salary range for this role is $120,000-$160,000.
• Work/life balance – we know there’s more to life than work! We encourage our team to pursue other passions, get outside, and spend time with family. We work with clients and consultants to set expectations for a manageable workload.

LOCATION:

This role requires on-site presence at our client's location in Issaquah, WA.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please fill out the form below (including uploading your most recent resume) and we'll be in touch! We know imposter syndrome can be a barrier to many great applicants. We hope you'll still consider applying. That's why we've made the application process as short and simple as possible.

Even if you're not a fit for the role, you can expect to hear back from us! We want you to have the best experience as a candidate, so please feel free to share feedback at any stage of the process to [email protected].

Kalles Group is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of creed, nationality, race, ethnicity, disability, gender, or other protected class.