Co-Founder & Fullstack Engineer / Co-Founder & Fullstack Engineeress

ABOUT US

LocalBini is the premier platform for cultural, entertaining, and exclusive city experiences across Europe, connecting travelers with locals. From unique boutique shopping excursions with gemologists to wine tastings led by expert sommeliers, LocalBini.com showcases authentic city experiences that cater to a variety of interests including 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 contribute to the remarkable growth of LocalBini within a state-of-the-art technological framework. Your daily responsibilities will span a range 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 with Flutter. Additionally, you will play a vital role in maintaining software quality by developing thorough 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.
• Craft 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.
• Develop infrastructure with Terraform, leveraging AWS PaaS, SaaS, FaaS, and IaaS to create a scalable and efficient ecosystem.
• Leverage Flutter to develop an innovative mobile application, focusing on a user-friendly interface and smooth functionality.
• Conduct thorough testing to validate software responsiveness and efficiency, while prioritizing the security and confidentiality of user data.
• Implement mobile-responsive design principles for features and applications, ensuring an exceptional experience across various 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, improving 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.
• Proficient with our technology stack: React, AWS (Lambda, S3, SES, SQS), Python, Terraform, and Flutter.
• Extensive Python expertise, with a focus on 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.
• Knowledge of Domain Driven Development approaches.
• 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: Unit tests, Integration tests, and UI tests.
• DevOps mindset with CI/CD pipeline maintenance expertise (GitLab).
• Fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity, including the capability to conduct and understand automated penetration tests.
• Strong background in SEO optimization.
• Familiarity with AWS cost and performance optimization.
• Exceptional attention to detail and an analytical mindset.
• Experience with Flutter and hands-on involvement in iOS and Android app release cycles.
• Capability for self-code review and proficiency in project management tools like JIRA.

NICE TO HAVE

• Commercial experience with the Lambdalizator framework.
• Design experience with Figma.

WE OFFER

• A full-time basis (100%) unlimited employment contract in St. Gallen (physically).
• Be part of the team that is developing the LocalBini platform and preparing the business for scale-up.
• A competitive salary package (mix of cash and stocks) in return for your full commitment to LocalBini, with a cash proportion set at CHF 5,000 per month.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.