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Full-Stack Software Engineer (Back-end Heavy)

Sumundi is a retail technology company providing cloud-based point-of-sale and inventory management software to help African retailers digitize and grow their businesses.

Sumundi

Salary: 78k-78k USD

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Full-Stack Engineer (Backend Heavy) to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate is passionate about building robust and scalable backend systems while being comfortable working on front-end technologies (mostly vanilla Javascript and JQuery) when needed. You will be crucial in developing, maintaining, and optimizing our web applications to deliver exceptional user experiences.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Laravel and Node.js.
  • Build RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services to support front-end functionalities.
  • Write efficient and reusable code to ensure high performance and scalability.
  • Implement front-end features using JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap to create user-friendly interfaces.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliver quality solutions.
  • Debug and troubleshoot application issues to ensure seamless user experiences.
  • Optimize database queries and manage data integrity in MySQL or other relational databases.
  • Conduct code reviews and adhere to best practices in software development.
  • Stay updated with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to improve systems.
  • Provide technical support and mentoring to junior team members when needed

Requirements:

  • Experience: 2+ years of professional experience in full-stack development, with a strong focus on backend development.
  • Backend Skills:
    • Advanced proficiency in Laravel framework.
    • Strong knowledge of Node.js for building server-side applications.
    • Familiarity with building and consuming RESTful APIs.
    • Strong knowledge with API testing tools like Postman
    • Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL). Preferably MySQL
    • Deep understanding of how to scale and optimise backend systems
  • Frontend Skills:
    • Proficiency in JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap for creating responsive UI components.
    • Basic understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Deployment & Infrastructure:
    • Strong knowledge of AWS
      • Deploying and managing server instances
      • AWS core services (EC2, S3, ALB, Route 53, etc)
  • Additionally Required Skills:
    • Familiarity with version control tools including Git and Bitbucket
    • Strong understanding of the git workflow
    • Working experience with collaborative tools such as JIRA and Google Chat
    • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
    • Strong understanding of software design principles and patterns.
    • Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
    • A proactive mindset with attention to detail.

What We Offer:

  • Salary offer is GHC6500 per month
  • Fully remote work with once-in-a-while in-person meetings to keep team chemistry
  • Opportunity to work on exciting projects in a collaborative environment.
  • A chance to make a significant impact on the growth and success of our products.

Sumundi Inc. is a leading technology company that provides software development services to meet the evolving needs of businesses and individuals across multiple industries. With a strong focus on cutting-edge technologies, we strive to empower our clients with the tools and expertise to thrive in the digital era. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction sets us apart as a trusted partner for all technology-related requirements.

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Salary: 78k-78k USD

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Sumundi exists to help retailers in Africa digitize their operations and transform how they do business. Every day, thousands of small and medium retailers struggle with manual record-keeping, inefficient inventory management, and lost sales opportunities due to outdated processes. Sumundi provides intelligent cloud-based point-of-sale and retail management software that enables these businesses to track inventory, process transactions, manage customers, and analyze data - all in one integrated platform.

By modernizing retail operations with accessible technology, Sumundi empowers shopkeepers and retail entrepreneurs to make data-driven decisions, optimize their supply chains, and scale their businesses sustainably. The company's flagship product, Sumundi Keepsales, works both online and offline, ensuring reliability even in areas with unstable internet connections. This digital transformation not only helps individual retailers thrive but also contributes to the broader modernization of Africa's retail ecosystem, bringing efficiency, transparency, and growth to an essential sector of the economy.

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2018

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Awura Abena Amponsah, Gilbert Blankson-Afful

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