Senior Full Stack Developer (Hybrid)

To excel in the Senior Full Stack Developer role at Nexxen, candidates should possess over 5 years of experience in software development. Key skills include proficiency in back-end development using languages like Ruby, Python, and Node.js, and a strong command of front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Moreover, familiarity with relational and non-relational databases is essential.

The Discovery team at Nexxen focuses on handling Big Data and AI platforms that help brands understand their audiences better. As a Senior Full Stack Developer, you'll be playing a key part in building and optimizing a new Data Management Platform (DMP), centralizing and processing data from various sources to enhance audience targeting strategies.

In the Senior Full Stack Developer position at Nexxen, you'll be responsible for planning, implementing, and owning core features through their entire development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams on design decisions, and developing a new audience-targeting system based on modern viewing habits including TV and streaming services.

At Nexxen, a Senior Full Stack Developer will work on innovative projects such as creating and integrating user interfaces, developing data management systems, and refactoring existing components for increased performance and stability. You’ll also lead the development of our audience-targeting system as part of your engaging role.

Nexxen prefers candidates for the Senior Full Stack Developer role to have a BSc in Computer Science or a related field. This educational foundation complements the experience required in software development and helps in understanding the technical challenges faced in the industry.

At Nexxen, employee growth is a priority. Senior Full Stack Developers receive opportunities for mentorship, skill expansion, and engaging in innovative projects that push their limits. The company also encourages a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and openness to diverse career paths, enhancing overall career development.

In your application for the Senior Full Stack Developer role at Nexxen, focus on your technical expertise in both back-end and front-end development, highlight your experience with web applications and RESTful APIs, and demonstrate your ability to collaborate within a team and mentor other developers to foster a collaborative environment.

When answering this question, focus on the specific languages and technologies you’ve used, such as Ruby, Python, or JavaScript frameworks. Discuss the projects where you applied these technologies and the impact they had. Highlight your proficiency in both front-end and back-end development to demonstrate a well-rounded skill set.

Describe your design process, including how you conduct user research, gather feedback, and iterate on designs. Provide examples of how your interfaces have improved user experience and engagement. Emphasize the importance of creating intuitive and responsive designs in your work.

Choose a specific technical challenge from your past experience. Outline the problem, your thought process in tackling it, the solution you implemented, and the outcome. This will showcase your problem-solving skills and initiative.

Discuss your experience designing, developing, and consuming RESTful APIs. Highlight particular projects where you've successfully integrated APIs, ensuring to mention any specific challenges you faced and how you overcame them. This demonstrates both your technical expertise and practical application.

Talk about your strategies for writing clean, efficient code, and your use of version control systems, code reviews, and testing frameworks. Emphasize your commitment to maintaining high coding standards and continual learning to stay updated with best practices.

Discuss your experience with collaboration tools and practices, including Agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban. Share examples of successful collaborations and how you helped motivate and communicate effectively with team members, highlighting your commitment to teamwork and inclusivity.

Share the types of databases you’ve used, both relational and non-relational. Discuss specific projects where you managed data effectively. Mention your understanding in optimizing queries and structuring data for maximum efficiency.

Express your enthusiasm for Nexxen’s innovative culture and commitment to developing cutting-edge technology for audience targeting. Mention how your skills and career aspirations align perfectly with what Nexxen is offering.

Talk about your approach to professional development, including following tech news, participating in online courses, and being active in developer communities. Emphasizing a proactive approach shows that you are passionate about continual learning, which is vital for this role.

Share a specific example where you guided a junior developer. Outline how you provided support, the techniques you used to help them grow, and the successful outcomes of your mentorship, demonstrating your leadership abilities in the development context.