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This role focuses on enhancing the efficiency and security of data acquisition while developing new features to improve the usability and functionality of our Genius Tracker system’s web interface. The position involves building tools and applications that facilitate seamless data ingestion through cloud infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity for a cloud developer to make a meaningful impact in an innovative and rapidly expanding industry. We offer a competitive base salary with substantial bonus potential for outstanding performance.\nSoftware Engineer Roles and responsibilities include but will not be limited to:\nDevelop code in JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python.\nWork in an existing codebase to make improvements and fix issues.\nCoordinate with engineering team to understand requirements for monitoring website and data pipeline.\nWork with modern frameworks such as Django and REST API\nWork with technologies including React, Node, Docker, AWS\nManage and optimize scalable distributed systems in the cloud.\nOptimize web applications for performance and scalability.\nDevelop automated tests to ensure business needs are met and allow for regression testing.\nSoftware Engineer Skills and Education Requirements:\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or 2 years equivalent experience.\nMinimum 2 years of experience in backend web development.\nAt least 2 years of hands-on experience with AWS services, including AWS IoT Core, DynamoDB, Lambda, Kinesis, and EC2.\nProficiency in JavaScript, Python, and TypeScript.\nStrong experience with Django and building RESTful APIs.\nProven track record in developing highly secure web applications, with a deep understanding of authentication, authorization, and encryption techniques.\nExperience with common Linux distributions and SSH, SFTP, MQTT.\nExperience with Rust is a plus.\nExperience with React, Redux.\nKnowledge of frontend web development fundamentals.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, incorporate feedback, and maintain high-quality standards.\nBusiness Office professional attire when in an office setting.\nGameChange Solar does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. PLEASE NO AGENCY CONTACTS.\nWE ARE NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME.\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nProfessional development assistance\nReferral program\nTuition reimbursement\nVision insurance\nSchedule:\nMonday to Friday\nApplication Question(s):\nWhat do you know about GameChange Solar and give a brief description of the products that we make?\nHow is your past experience relevant to this role?\nDo you have Django and REST API experience? How many years?\nOn a scale of 1-10, what is your knowledge of security, understanding of authentication, authorization and encryption? 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