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Senior Software Engineer

Sri LankaPosted Oct 1, 2026

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Job Title: Senior Software Engineer Description: Join us as a Frontend React Engineer and build scalable, high-performing, accessible web experiences using React, TypeScript, Node.js, GraphQL, and AWS. This role aligns to industry level titles such as Senior Frontend Engineer, Lead Frontend Engineer, Senior Software Engineer – React.

Description We are seeking a talented Frontend React Engineer with expertise in modern web development technologies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in React, Node.js, and TypeScript, along with strong knowledge of AWS, CI/CD, and GraphQL. This role requires a proactive engineer who can build high-performance, scalable, and user-friendly web applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and enhance frontend applications using React and TypeScript.
  • Develop and integrate composition layer APIs using GraphQL and AWS AppSync.
  • Work on Node.js modules to build the composition layer component.
  • Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and user experience.
  • Ensure best practices in CI/CD pipelines for continuous deployment and integration.
  • Implement secure and scalable solutions leveraging AWS services.
  • Maintain code quality using version control systems like Git.
  • Troubleshoot and debug applications as needed.
  • Work in an agile team environment and participate in code reviews.
  • Ensure web applications are accessible and comply with accessibility standards (WCAG, ARIA, etc.).

Required Skills

  • Strong experience in React and TypeScript.
  • Proficiency in Node.js backend interactions.
  • Experience working with AWS, particularly AWS AppSync.
  • Strong knowledge of GraphQL for API development and integration.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
  • Experience with Git for version control.
  • Understanding of performance optimization and front-end best practices.
  • Experience in implementing accessibility best practices and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of UI/UX principles and design systems.
  • Exposure to serverless technologies and microservices architecture. #LI-Hybrid #LI-PJ1

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