What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Developer III - Xpert AI Platform position at sonataOne?
Sonata Software Overview
Sonata is a global technology company specializing in platform-based digital transformation, supporting businesses to become connected, open, intelligent and scalable. Sonata’s Platformation™ methodology brings together industry expertise, platform technology excellence, design innovation and strategic engagement models to deliver sustained value to customers. A trusted partner of world leaders in the retail, manufacturing, distribution, travel, services and software industries, Sonata’s software portfolio includes the Brick & Click Retail Platform©, Modern Distribution Platform©, Rezopia Digital Travel Platform©, Kartopia E-commerce Platform©, Halosys enterprise development automation Platform©, CTRM Commodity Trading and Risk Management Platform© and KODO - AI Powered Customer Experience (CX) Platform. Sonata’s Platformation approach ensures services built on Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Azure, AWS, Cloud Engineering and Managed Services deliver on the Platformation promise. As world leaders in digital technologies including IoT, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotic Process Automation, Chatbots, Block Chain and Cyber Security, Sonata’s people and systems are nurtured to deliver on our commitment to excellence in business technology solutions.
Title- Software Developer III - Xpert AI Platform
Location- USA (Remote)
Type of Hire- 6 Months CTH
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer (10 years experience) to play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining our client Platform. This role involves working with Python, React, Node.js, and cloud-native technologies such as AWS Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, Kubernetes, and DevOps tools. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in scalable system design, automation, API development, and cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for guiding best practices, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring platform reliability across multiple squads.
Key Responsibilities:
Backend & API Development:
- Architect and develop high-performance, scalable backend services using Python and Node.js.
- Lead the design and implementation of event-driven and serverless architectures using AWS Lambda, Step Functions, SNS, and SQS.
- Develop and integrate secure APIs with third-party services such as Salesforce API, OpenAI API, and PagerDuty.
- Optimize DynamoDB and cloud data storage solutions for scalability and cost efficiency.
Frontend & UI Development:
- Develop modern, scalable front-end applications using React and Retool.
- Ensure UI/UX best practices for web applications catering to multiple teams.
- Guide engineers on performance optimization techniques for front-end applications.
Cloud, DevOps & Infrastructure:
- Design and manage Kubernetes-based deployments and Kube Cron Jobs for automated task execution.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines using Buildkite, Jenkins, and CircleCI to enable continuous integration and deployment.
- Ensure high availability and security of platform components across AWS CloudFront and infrastructure.
- Optimize cloud costs and performance through monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions (Datadog, PagerDuty).
Monitoring, Security & Best Practices:
- Establish observability and monitoring best practices to maintain platform reliability.
- Implement security best practices across authentication, authorization, and data handling.
- Conduct code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical mentorship for junior engineers.
Collaboration & Leadership:
- Work cross-functionally with multiple engineering squads to enhance core platform services.
- Act as a technical advisor, ensuring alignment with best practices in software development and cloud engineering.
- Lead discussions on platform evolution, technology selection, and innovation strategies.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 10 years of experience in full-stack software development with expertise in Python, Node.js, and React.
- Strong knowledge of AWS services, including Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, SNS, SQS, and CloudFront.
- Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, container orchestration, and Kube Cron Jobs.
- Expertise in CI/CD tools such as Buildkite, Jenkins, and CircleCI.
- Proficiency in monitoring and incident management tools like Datadog and PagerDuty.
- Experience integrating with external APIs such as Salesforce API, OpenAI API, and third-party systems.
- Deep understanding of scalable system design, event-driven architectures, and cloud security.
- Strong problem-solving, debugging, and optimization skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with Retool for internal tools development.
- Knowledge of Tableau for data visualization and analytics.
- Familiarity with GraphQL and API Gateway integrations.
- Strong understanding of serverless frameworks (AWS SAM, Serverless Framework, etc.).
Why join Sonata Software?
At Sonata, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build never seen before solutions to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you will not be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
Sonata Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
