Principal Developer, ABBYY

• If you are committed to shipping reliable and scalable solutions, and enjoy solving complex problems, this is the role for you
• Proficient in Multiple Programming Languages: Strong coding abilities in languages commonly used for SDKs and tooling, such as JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, C#, Swift, Kotlin, and/or Java
• SDK Development: Proven experience building SDKs and libraries that enable developers to integrate with products seamlessly and efficiently
• Developer Tooling: Knowledge of developer tools, such as CI/CD, package managers (e.g., npm, NuGet, Maven), testing frameworks, and code editors (e.g., VS Code, IntelliJ)
• Open Source Contribution and Community Building: Familiarity with open-source development practices and ability to engage with and support developer communities
• Version Control Systems: Proficiency with Git and platforms like GitHub or GitLab, including workflows (e.g., branching strategies, pull requests, code reviews)
• Debugging and Performance Optimization: Skills in debugging, profiling, and optimizing code to improve reliability and efficiency of SDKs and tools
• Technical Documentation and Communication: Ability to create clear, thorough documentation, sample applications, and tutorials for a diverse developer audience
• Cross-Platform Development: Experience with cross-platform SDKs or tools that work across mobile (iOS, Android), web, and potentially other platforms (e.g., React Native, Flutter)
• User-Centric Design: Understanding of developer pain points and the ability to design tools and SDKs with a focus on simplicity, reliability, and developer experience
• Testing and Automation: Experience with unit and integration testing for SDKs, automated testing setups, and quality assurance to maintain stability and robustness
• Semantic Versioning (SemVer): Deep understanding of SemVer principles and experience in maintaining SDK versions and release management to ensure compatibility and stability for users

Desirable

• We are looking for a passionate and skilled Software Engineer who thrives in a hands-on technical role with a focus on owning the quality of the code and systems they develop
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the end-to-end delivery of features and systems, ensuring high standards of quality, performance, and maintainability throughout the development lifecycle
• End-to-End Development: Own the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of features and services from concept to delivery
• Quality Ownership: Ensure high code quality, performance, and maintainability by following best practices and conducting thorough code reviews, automated testing, and performance monitoring
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and fellow engineers, to define and deliver features that meet both business and technical objectives
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify areas for improvement within the codebase, infrastructure, and development process. Drive solutions that increase team efficiency and code quality
• System Reliability: Monitor the health and performance of services and ensure timely resolution of issues and bugs
• Technical Innovation: Stay current with new technologies and trends to ensure the systems you build are modern, scalable, and aligned with industry best practices