Job Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Professional to join our team on a remote, contract basis. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the technical design and development of software projects working independently from start to finish. This role involves collaborating with other engineers to design, develop, and maintain software applications, ensuring that project deliverables meet agreed-upon specifications and timelines. The successful candidate will have excellent technical and leadership skills, as well as a passion for staying up-to-date with the latest developments in software engineering. As an independent contractor, the selected individual will operate as a self-employed professional, managing their own schedule, tools, and workflows to fulfill project requirements. They will provide services on a project or contract basis as a self-employed professional and will not be classified as an employee. Key Responsibilities - Provide technical expertise in the design, development, and maintenance of software products. - Develop and maintain high-quality software code in alignment with project requirements. - Ensure that project deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality expectations. - Define technical, operational, and security requirements for software projects. - Collaborate with other teams to establish and maintain best practices for software development. - Offer technical guidance and recommendations to support engineering teams. - Conduct code reviews to maintain software quality and adherence to best practices. - Research and evaluate new technologies to enhance software development processes and efficiencies. - Work with stakeholders to resolve technical challenges, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions. Required Skills and Qualifications - Expert knowledge of modern frontend technologies such as React, ES6/7 JavaScript, Webpack, HTML, and CSS. - Expert knowledge of modern back-end development and back-end JavaScript (Node.js, ExpressJS), SQL (Aurora Postgres), and AWS. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and address technical issues and challenges. - Experience with software development tools such as GitHub and JIRA. - Experience with cloud-based development and deployment, such as AWS. - Experience with Agile in a highly collaborative, team-based environment. - Experience mentoring and coaching software engineers. Benefits - This is either a 6-month or 12-month contract depending on business needs, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and business need. - Compensation will be based on project milestones, deliverables, or a fixed contractual rate. - This is an independent contractor position under Colombian law.