Senior Software Engineer - Java/Node.js Back-End (Collection) at Collectors

Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Collectibles, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of software engineering industry experience building backend software, with exposure to microservices, event-driven architectures, and batch processing
  • 4+ years experience / strong proficiency in Node.js & TypeScript
  • 4+ years experience / strong proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework
  • Strong fundamentals working with databases and data modeling, both relational (e.g. PostgreSQL) & NoSQL (e.g. DynamoDB)
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration infrastructure (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, ECS)
  • Experience collaborating with Engineering and Product teams to turn complex business requirements into clean and extensible APIs
  • Possess strong technical, analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills with the ability to visualize and document processes
  • Proficient at using appropriate security, documentation, and/or monitoring best practices
  • Familiar with Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Nice to have: experience with Python as well as test frameworks such as pytest or unittest

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the design and development of new cloud-based software architectures
  • Own and deliver complete features, including design, architecture, implementation, testability and deployment
  • Provide feedback pertaining to technical designs, proposals and code
  • Analyze existing applications / databases and identify areas for improvement
  • Design and contribute to APIs that can support user experiences on web and mobile applications
  • Participate across the entire software development lifecycle, taking features from concept to production release
  • Collaboratively create solutions with other teams
  • Troubleshoot software issues and debug a large codebase
  • Develop and execute unit and integration tests
  • Contribute to technical documentation to increase maintainability of software assets

Skills

Java
Node.js
Backend Development
Scalable Architectures
Agile

Collectors

Authenticates and grades collectibles items

About Collectors

Collectors.com specializes in the authentication and grading of valuable collectibles, including coins, sports cards, and memorabilia. The company assesses the condition and authenticity of these items, which is essential for determining their market value. Using advanced technologies like computer vision and machine learning, Collectors.com automates the grading process, enhancing both speed and accuracy. This service is crucial for individual collectors, dealers, and investors who want to ensure the quality of their items. Unlike many competitors, Collectors.com not only provides grading services but also offers a subscription model for access to valuable data insights on collectible prices and trends. The company's goal is to support the growing demand for collectible authentication while ensuring employee well-being through competitive benefits.

Santa Ana, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1986Year Founded
$100MTotal Funding
POST_IPO_DEBTCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(K) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts
Flexible Work Hours
Fun Working Environment

Risks

Rising competition from Beckett Grading Services threatens market share.
Counterfeit collectibles pose a threat to Collectors' credibility.
Economic downturns may reduce demand for Collectors' services.

Differentiation

Collectors integrates AI and machine learning for precise grading and authentication.
Partnerships with eBay and GameStop enhance Collectors' market reach and service offerings.
Collectors offers a comprehensive marketplace with grading, vaulting, and selling services.

Upsides

Increased interest in digital collectibles boosts demand for authentication services.
Fractional ownership trends create new opportunities for grading and authentication.
Growing popularity of online marketplaces expands Collectors' service reach.

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