ABOUT US
LocalBini is the premier platform for cultural, fun, and exclusive city experiences across Europe with locals. From a unique boutique shopping experience with a gemologist to wine-tasting sessions with expert sommeliers, LocalBini.com features authentic city experiences that can be booked based on personal interests such as art, architecture, gastronomy, nightlife, and history.
Co-Founder & Fullstack Engineer (Full-Time, On-Site in St. Gallen)
This position is ideal for individuals eager to play a significant role in the expansive growth of LocalBini within a pioneering technological landscape. Your daily responsibilities will encompass a wide array of tasks, including backend development using Python, architecting infrastructure with Terraform on AWS, creating intuitive front-end experiences in the React framework, and leading mobile app development using Flutter. Additionally, you will be essential in ensuring software quality through the development of comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate seamlessly with our dynamic part-time remote development team and the St. Gallen business team to conceptualize and refine software solutions.
- Develop robust back-end applications using Python, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Shape the logic and user interface of front-end applications using React.js (TypeScript), guaranteeing a seamless and intuitive user experience.
- Design infrastructure with Terraform, utilizing AWS PaaS, SaaS, FaaS, and IaaS to create a scalable and efficient ecosystem.
- Utilize Flutter to create a cutting-edge mobile application, focusing on a user-friendly interface and smooth functionality.
- Conduct thorough testing to validate software responsiveness and efficiency, prioritizing the security and confidentiality of user data.
- Implement mobile-responsive design principles for features and applications, ensuring an exceptional user experience across diverse devices.
- Generate comprehensive technical documentation.
- Work closely with data scientists and analysts to enhance the LocalBini experience through continuous improvement and innovation.
- Execute front-end logic and UI enhancements for applications, ensuring a cohesive and visually appealing user interface.
- Optimize app performance on mobile devices through Responsive Web Design (RWD) adjustments for improved accessibility and user satisfaction.
- Facilitate integrations with external systems, such as Google Analytics, to gather valuable insights and enhance overall system functionality.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of five (5) years of hands-on commercial experience with Python and React.
- Proficiency with our technology stack: React, AWS (Lambda, S3, SES, SQS), Python, Terraform, and Flutter.
- Extensive Python expertise, particularly in building REST APIs.
- In-depth knowledge of AWS services, including DynamoDB and Elastic Search (Open Search).
- Familiarity with ORM-based approaches using PSQL.
- Proficiency in Terraform within an AWS environment.
- Strong understanding of asyncio loops, aiohttp, and AWS EventBridge.
- Experience in Event-Driven and Microservices Architectures.
- Familiarity with the Domain Driven Development approach.
- Solid understanding of React with Redux and Redux Toolkit using TypeScript.
- Highly experienced with AWS Cognito and AWS Amplify.
- Knowledge of UI/UX design principles.
- Proficient in platform testing, including unit tests, integration tests, and UI tests.
- A DevOps mindset with CI/CD pipeline maintenance expertise (GitLab).
- Fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity, including the ability to conduct and understand automated penetration tests.
- Strong background in SEO optimization.
- Familiarity with AWS cost and performance optimization.
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical mindset.
- Experience with Flutter and hands-on involvement in iOS and Android app release cycles.
- Ability to conduct self-code reviews and familiarity with project management tools like JIRA.
NICE TO HAVE
- Commercial experience with the Lambdalizator framework.
- Design experience with Figma.
WE OFFER
- A full-time employment contract (100%) in St. Gallen.
- The opportunity to be part of a team that is developing the LocalBini platform and preparing the business for scale-up.
- A competitive salary package (a blend of cash and stocks) in exchange for your full commitment to LocalBini. The cash portion is set at CHF 5,000/month gross.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.