Key skills
Distributed SystemsIoTJavaScriptNode.jsPythonReactTypeScriptExpressExpress.jsRESTfulCommunication
About this role
Role Overview
Task and deliverables:
- Develop and maintain backend services for device discovery, communication, and control
- Build web-based UI for device configuration, programming, and live updates
- Implement WebSocket-based real-time communication across systems
- Design and maintain RESTful APIs for device management and scene execution
- Manage certificate-based authentication and secure device pairing workflows
- Build error logging, monitoring, and recovery tools for production deployments
- Write unit and integration tests to ensure code stability and maintainability
- Create and maintain internal technical documentation and API references
Engagement highlights:
- Hands-on role in shaping next-gen smart home experiences
- Access to advanced test environments and real-world IoT hardware
- Talents who can visit the office 1-2 days per week are preferred.
Requirements
Required:
- 5+ years professional experience in software development
- 3+ years working with TypeScript/JavaScript in production environments
- 2+ years backend experience with Node.js and Express.js
- Experience building full-stack applications using React or Preact
- Proficient in RESTful API design, asynchronous programming, and debugging
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP, TLS, mDNS)
- Experience with WebSockets and device discovery protocols
- Comfortable working with proprietary or undocumented APIs/protocols
- Strong communication and documentation skills
Nice to have:
- Experience with IoT device integration or smart home systems
- Background in embedded or gateway systems development
- Familiarity with Python scripting for tooling and automation
- Understanding of state management in distributed systems
- Exposure to residential networking setups and challenges
Tech Stack
- Distributed Systems
- IoT
- JavaScript
- Node.js
- Python
- React
- TypeScript