Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
- A degree in computer science or a related field
- 5+ years' experience in software development, specifically in constructing complex enterprise systems with extensive data processing requirements
- Proficient in a range of application development technologies with deep expertise in Python, React or Golang
- Demonstrable experience with relational databases such as SQL Server and PostgreSQL
- Strong proficiency in cloud infrastructure, with a preference for experience in AWS and/or Azure environments
- Skilled in the use of container technologies including Docker and Kubernetes
- Proficient in modern engineering practices including code refactoring, application of design patterns, design-driven development, continuous integration, scalability of applications, and application security
- Familiar with the Agile software development methodology and proficient with performance optimization tools
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of developing innovative and efficient solutions
- Capable of working effectively under pressure and managing client expectations
- Strong focus on customer service and quality, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in diverse team settings; prior experience leading a small team is advantageous
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
You will be based in our Bengaluru or Gurugram office as part of our Growth, Marketing & Sales team.
You’ll primarily be aligned with Periscope’s technology team. Periscope® by McKinsey enables better commercial decisions by uncovering actionable insights. The Periscope platform combines world leading intellectual property, prescriptive analytics, and cloud-based tools to provide more than 25 solutions focused on insights and marketing, with expert support and training. It is a unique combination that drives revenue growth both now and in the future. Customer experience, performance, pricing, category, and sales optimization are powered by the Periscope platform. Periscope has a presence in 26 locations across 16 countries with a team of 1000+ business and IT professionals and a network of 300+ experts. To learn more about how Periscope’s solutions and experts are helping businesses continually drive better performance, visit our website.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
You will be a core member of Periscope’s technology team with responsibilities that range from developing and implementing our core enterprise products to ensuring that McKinsey’s craft stays on the leading edge of technology.
In this role, you will be involved in leading software development projects in a hands-on manner. You will spend about 70% of your time writing and reviewing code and creating software designs. Your expertise will expand into database design, core middle tier modules, performance tuning, cloud technologies, DevOps, and continuous delivery domains over time.
You will be an active learner, tinkering with new open-source libraries, using unfamiliar technologies without supervision, and learning frameworks and approaches. You will have a strong understanding of key agile engineering practices to guide teams on improvement opportunities in their engineering practices. You will provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to the developers to improve our organizational capability.
