Full Stack Engineer (Typescript/Node.js)

*Candidates must be local to the Washington D.C. metro area and must possess work authorization which allows them to be hired as a full-time Infinitive employee without the need for Visa sponsorship.

Infinitive is a data and AI consultancy that helps clients modernize, monetize, and operationalize their data to generate lasting value. They pride themselves on their deep industry and technology expertise, ensuring that they drive and sustain the adoption of new capabilities. Infinitive is committed to aligning their team with their clients' culture, ensuring a successful partnership by bringing the right mix of talent and skills for high return on investment.

Infinitive has earned recognition as one of the "Best Small Firms to Work For" by Consulting Magazine, receiving this accolade seven times, most recently in 2024. They have also been honored as a “Top Workplace” by the Washington Post, “Best Places to Work” by the Washington Business Journal, and “Best Places to Work” by Virginia Business.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role requires a versatile developer with a passion for both front-end and back-end technologies, as well as experience with cutting-edge data solutions. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain scalable applications, ensuring seamless user experiences and robust backend systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Frontend Development:

  • Design and implement responsive, user-friendly interfaces using React, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
  • Collaborate with UI/UX designers to ensure high-quality and consistent user experiences.
  • Optimize front-end components for maximum performance across a range of web-capable devices and browsers.

• Backend Development:

  • Develop, deploy, and maintain RESTful APIs.
  • Integrate and manage back-end services with DynamoDB and PostgreSQL, ensuring high availability and low latency.
  • Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms to secure APIs.

• Data Solutions:

  • Work with Snowflake to build and optimize data models for analytics and reporting.
  • Collaborate with data engineering teams to design pipelines and workflows in Databricks.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.

• Collaboration & Delivery:

  • Partner with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and deliver product requirements.
  • Participate in code reviews, contribute to team knowledge sharing, and uphold best practices.
  • Monitor and maintain application health, employing tools to ensure scalability and reliability.

Required Qualifications:

• Frontend Expertise:

  • Proficiency in React, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
  • Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, MobX) and modern front-end build pipelines/tools.

• Backend Proficiency:

  • Strong experience with RESTful API development.
  • Hands-on experience with DynamoDB and PostgreSQL databases, including schema design and query optimization.

• Data Engineering Skills:

  • Experience with Snowflake and knowledge of data modeling and SQL optimization.
  • Familiarity with Databricks for data processing, machine learning workflows, or analytics.

• General Development Skills:

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub, GitLab).
  • Understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with testing frameworks such as Jest, Cypress, or similar.
• Experience with containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, or CloudWatch).