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Talent@CastEra.io

Sr. UI Developer

We’re looking for a Senior UI Developer to join our Product Development team and work cross-functionally to generate, test, and implement designs to create a seamlessly navigated experience in quality solutions. Our ideal candidate is a highly motivated, ambitiously drawn to the growth potential, excited to dive in to our fast-paced startup environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• You will convert UI design solutions for CAST.ERA products into engineered software.
• You will interact extensively with UI/UX designers and business team(s) to collaboratively achieve stated business objectives.
• You will collaborate with other teams and vendors to forge the best technical solutions.
• You will implement and maintain interface elements, framework, and processes for our standalone and web applications by utilizing continuous integration / continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline Jenkins.
• You will lead UI development through rapid prototype generation, thorough testing, and the integration of features and improvements/fixes, ensuring seamless, functional solutions.
• You will obtain and incorporate feedback, prioritize features, and demonstrate progress to effectively remain aligned throughout SDLC - development, testing, and deployment phases.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 7-10 years of software engineering experience, especially in operator UI development
• Mastery on HTML5, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, node.js, Python / scripting, Go
• Experience with frameworks in any of the following: Grafana, Angular, JQuery
• Strong knowledge in Cypress.io, WebPack, Mocha
• Working knowledge in API and back end development
• Working knowledge of distributed architectures and strong Object-Oriented (“OO”) fundamentals
• Expert knowledge of coding for multiple browsers and understanding of their differences and intricate details
• High proficiency in debugging and fixing UI code, scripts, and backend interface issues (including REST APIs in a distributed environment)
• Expertise in Atlassian suite of products: Confluence, Jira, and BitBucket
• Extensive experience in multiple software methodologies, primarily Agile/ Scrum, waterfall, and everything in between
• Lead development activity using open source software (“OSS”) ecosystem with exposure to a multitude of tools
• Ability to apply design concepts enough to customize and integrate various OSS-based solutions related to ATSC3.0 broadcasting system

API Developer

We’re looking for an API Developer to join and help grow our development team, serving as a primary resource for designing and developing APIs to provide a seamless experience to developers and customers integrating products focused on the broadcasting/ media industry.

Our ideal candidate is highly motivated, ambitiously drawn to the growth potential, excited to dive into our fast-paced startup environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Serve as a primary resource for API development. Design, develop, test, and maintain code using open-source tools, software libraries and assume the role of SME in product and API development.
• Manage/own development of multiple API modules in conjunction with product launch timeline.
• Develop product adaptors for API standards specific to the broadcasting/media industry (ATSC)
• Drive API QA best practices, including developing test plans, test descriptions, test procedures, test automation.
• Perform code reviews and verify the implementation of system and software requirements.
• Create integration modules and abstract APIs to pass data to and from internal/external systems/products using multiple RESTful APIs.
• Participate in story grooming/refinement sessions with Product Owners, leveraging platform knowledge to clarify requirements.
• Work with internal and external teams interfacing with client/customers to understand the products
• Enforce the API Document to help your colleagues, improve the product, and improve the support experience.
• Contribute to the ongoing learning and success of the team, and the company, by sharing knowledge through mentorship, collaboration, and aiding in the documentation.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems.
• 7+ years of hands-on software development experience, especially in API implementation and integration,
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in designing and developing high-volume web services using API Protocols and Data Formats (REST, JSON, SOAP & XML).
• Experience with various Web APIs (client and server), knowledge about current API frameworks. Technologies like REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and opensource based software development.
• Hands-on experience in developing and testing (automation) using the APIGEE management platform, including but not limited to installation and configuration.
• Implement requirements of the API layer like security, custom analytics, throttling, caching, logging, request, and response modifications, etc. using the API management platform.
• Mastery understanding of modern application architectures - three-tier, distributed, centralized, microservices, etc., with experience in REST API.
• Expert level experience with some or all the following technologies: Java, Go, Python 3, SpringBoot, Web sockets, Git, Mochas, and public/private cloud.
• Proficient in Linux/Open-Source technologies.
• Experience with central logging and dashboarding systems like Elasticsearch, Fluentbit, Filetbit, Kibana, Grafana, Graylog.
• Experience/strong willingness to learn multimedia and/or broadcasting/ media applications and technologies is highly desired.
• General understanding of database products such as MS SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra, Elasticsearch.
• Experience in the broadcast or OTT industry is a huge plus.

Project Manager

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Drive the planning, design and implementation of new and innovative programs and processes.

• Optimize existing processes and execution by identifying opportunities for standardization, innovation,
  and continuous improvement.
  
  

Shape business value streams based on interactions with stakeholders.

• Establish and manage relationships with clients and business partners.
• Serve as the project team representative at internal and client-facing meetings.
• Collaborate with clients (external customers & key internal clients: Tech and Product teams) to obtain an understanding of overall program/project needs.
• Understand and manage client expectations.
  
  

Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time and within scope, maintaining consistent calibration with program-level objectives, client needs, and product release plans.

• Develop comprehensive project plans for effective execution and delivery.
• Coordinate team resources and third-party partner dependencies, ensuring availability and allocation for smooth delivery of each product’s release.
• Assist in the definition of project scope, involving relevant contributors to ensure technical feasibility.
• Drive the effective execution of project plans, including but not limited to Backlogs, Schedules, Milestone, KPIs, Budgets, Risks, Critical Dependencies, & Action Items.
• Analyze, document, and prioritize current state and pain points using appropriate tools and techniques to drive established KPIs.
• Lead project activities to support the development and execution of Go-to-Market (G2M) strategies.
• Actively participate in the continuous grooming of product backlog to ensure alignment across portfolio.
• Perform frequent Project Status Reviews with stakeholders.
  
  

Anticipate and manage risks, proactively communicating exposures and issues to teams in a timely manner.

• Clearly document risks and mitigation plans for all projects. Escalate risks to the project team and management, as needed.
• Manage scope creep via change control processes.
  
  

Serve as the Scrum Master and support scrum ceremonies: sprint planning, review, retrospective, and daily Scrum.

• Utilize SCRUM or Lean principles with the goal of simple and efficient execution.
• Lead individual project teams. Coach, mentor, and guide other team members.
• Deliver clear communication of goals, scope, and domain to all relevant parties.
• Provide the framework, techniques, and tools to ensure consistently effective process utilization for the organization, most especially the Product & Tech teams.
  
  

What you bring:

• 3-5 years of experience in project management, risk management, and process improvement.
• Experience with Agile project management methodologies, Scrum framework, and an understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Proficiency with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Trello) and project planning software (Smartsheet).
• Experience in managing complex projects with multiple work streams across diverse virtual and distributed teams.
• Strong organization skills including prioritization and multi-tasking capabilities.
• Strong attention to detail, while also maintaining the “bigger picture” view.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging based on audience. Comfortable in communicating and presenting up to the executive level.
• Ability to grasp technical concepts and interpret at different levels of the organization.
• Proactive. Forward-thinking. Planning mindset. Keeping an eye on the day-to-day, while also thinking ahead.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with both internal and external team members.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

DevOps Developer

We’re looking for an DevOps Developer to join and help grow our development team, serving as a primary resource for CI-CD pipeline development to provide a seamless and robust DevOps platform and process. 

Our ideal candidate is highly motivated, ambitiously drawn to the growth potential, excited to dive into our fast-paced startup environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Serve as a primary resource for DevOps development and maintenance.
• Design, develop, test, and maintain pipeline code using open-source tools, software libraries and assume the role of SME in DevOps Platform.
• Work collaboratively with software engineering and management to define infrastructure and deployment requirements.
• Follow the industry best practice and continuously improve the CI-CD efficiency and security.
• Provides and manages test automation and performance testing capabilities to validate applications and the environment.
• Responsible for establishing, operating, and maintaining continuous integration, continuous delivery, and automated testing frameworks.
• Researches emerging technologies and trends in DevOps and other delivery.
• Definition and deployment of systems for metrics, logging, and monitoring on cloud platform.
• Design, build, and maintain operational tools for deploying, monitoring, and analyzing infrastructure and applications.
  
  

WHAT YOUR BRING

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems.
• 4+ years of hands-on DevOps development with a solid understanding of full SDLC in enterprises.
• Hands-on experience in Linux operating systems environment.
• Hands-on experience in CI/CD platforms and tools like Jenkins, Hudson, Bamboo, etc.
• Hands-on experience in AWS and/or GCP cloud infrastructure
• Experience in administering VM and container orchestration with software like Docker, Kubernetes, or similar software.
• Thorough understanding and experience in version control systems like Bitbucket, Gitlab, and Github.
• Hands-on experience in Shell, Python, or Go Scripting for administration, monitoring, and automation.
• Experience in automation of IAC with tools like cloud formation, Terraform, or any other scripts.
• Experience in Load balancer and HTTP proxy servers, web/app servers like F5, AWS LB, NGINX, Apache, etc.
• Knowledge in administrating Linux/Unix servers and clusters.
• Experience in Helm and Ansible playbooks.
• Knowledge of Domain management, Certs, Network routing, Cloud Security, and Monitoring.
• Experience in other cloud infrastructures like Cloud Foundry or OpenStack would be a plus

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to talent@castera.io