OPEN POSITION

Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement new features across the company's products and services

  • Implement UI/UX designs into responsive, high-quality interfaces

  • Contribute to design discussions and propose UI/UX improvements based on user feedback and best practices

  • Develop and operate internal tools

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with the R&D team, Business Development team, and external partners to define requirements and deliver product features end-to-end

Required Skills

  • 2+ years of work experience in software development (front-end and server-side)

    • TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Python

  • Experience with modern development tools and workflows

  • Experience using GitHub

  • Experience with CI/CD

  • Familiarity with AI tools used in development

  • Business-level English

Preferred skills and experience (Nice to have)

  • Experience working with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP)

  • Experience working with Docker

  • Familiarity with Figma

  • Familiarity with web performance

  • Experience leading team development projects

  • Knowledge and skills in machine learning techniques

  • Experience running or participating in data science competitions (e.g., Solafune, Kaggle)

  • Experience in using satellite data, geospatial data, GIS tools, etc.

  • UI / UX design experience

  • Experience in working outside of your area of expertise

Tools

  • Cloud service platform: AWS, GCP, Azure

  • Development languages: Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, React

  • Development frameworks: Python-based, js/ts-based

  • Container management: Docker, Docker Compose

  • Database: PostgreSQL

  • Project management: Github, Notion

  • Internal communication: Slack, Discord, Notion

  • AI tools: Github Copilot, ChatGPT / Codex, Claude

Benefits

Hiring Process

①Resume screening
  • Submit your resume including relevant experience, education, skills, and accomplishments

  • Highlight any experience in strategic advisory, project management, or executive support roles

②Case Study or Problem-solving Exercise (1-2 hours)
  • Complete a case study or problem-solving exercise to demonstrate your strategic thinking and decision-making abilities

  • Present your findings and recommendations to the hiring team

③Initial Interview (30 min - 1 h)
  • Discuss your background, skills, and experiences related to the Software Engineer role

  • Assess your understanding of organizational dynamics and ability to work closely with senior leadership

④Panel Interview (1-2 hours)
  • Engage in a panel interview with key stakeholders, including the CEO and other members of the leadership team

  • Discuss your fit for the role, leadership style, and approach to driving organizational success

⑤Reference Check and Background Verification
  • Provide references from previous employers or colleagues who can speak to your qualifications and performance

  • Undergo background verification checks as required by company policy

⑥Offer and Onboarding
  • Receive and review the job offer, including salary, benefits, and other details

  • Complete any necessary paperwork and undergo orientation and training as needed

  • Begin your role as a software engineer with support and guidance from the CEO and leadership team

Work Conditions

Job Type

Full-time (after 3-month trial period) Outsourcing contracts are acceptable (for freelancers)

Work Type

Operate remotely or from the office

Location

Flexible (Remote or Tokyo Office-based)

Salary

5,000,000 JPY / year or more (May vary depending on your location)

Work Hours

9:00 - 18:00 (including 1 hour break) Five-day work week

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Company Name

Solafune, Inc.

President & CEO

Ren Uechi

Address

Marunouchi Building 28F, 2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, 100-6390

© 2023 Solafune.Inc. All rights reserved

Company Name

Solafune, Inc.

President & CEO

Ren Uechi

Address

Marunouchi Building 28F, 2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, 100-6390

© 2023 Solafune.Inc. All rights reserved

Company Name

Solafune, Inc.

President & CEO

Ren Uechi

Address

Marunouchi Building 28F, 2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, 100-6390

© 2023 Solafune.Inc. All rights reserved