Senior Software Engineer

About Us

vFairs is an all-in-one event management platform and Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader, helping event planners power conferences, trade shows, and corporate events with in-person, hybrid, and virtual solutions. Our platform includes event registration, on-site badge printing, mobile apps, and more, managing the entire event lifecycle from planning through analytics. Rated 4.9/5 for customer support and recognised as a top platform on G2, we're known for robust technology and customer service that goes the extra mile. vFairs has a transparent, fast-paced, and collaborative culture, with geographically distributed teams united by strong processes and the autonomy to drive solutions forward.

vFairs is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with deep expertise in web technologies to lead technical initiatives, mentor development teams, and architect scalable solutions. You will drive innovation, establish best practices, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, performant web applications.

Responsibilities

Development & Engineering

• Develop and maintain high-performance web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, React, Angular)
• Design and implement robust backend APIs using Laravel/PHP and other relevant technologies
• Write and optimise complex MySQL queries and database schemas
• Build responsive, accessible front-end components using HTML5, CSS3, and modern CSS frameworks
• Implement comprehensive testing strategies (unit, integration, e2e)

Process & Quality Assurance

• Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Implement version control best practices and branching strategies
• Define and monitor key performance indicators for web applications
• Troubleshoot complex issues and provide technical support
• Adapt AI tools to increase productivity

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define technical requirements
• Communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning
• Document technical decisions, architecture, and implementation details

Requirements

Education & Experience

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 4-8 years of progressive experience in full-stack web development
• Proven track record of delivering complex web applications at scale

Technical Expertise

• Expert-level proficiency in modern JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript
• Deep experience with Vue.js, React, or Angular (preferably multiple frameworks)
• Strong backend development skills with Laravel/PHP and RESTful API design
• Advanced database skills, including MySQL optimisation, complex queries, and schema design
• Experience with modern build tools (Webpack, Vite, etc.) and package managers

Architecture & Design

• Experience designing and implementing microservices and distributed systems
• Knowledge of web performance optimisation techniques and tools
• Understanding of security best practices (OWASP, authentication, authorisation)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Development Practices

• Expertise in Git workflows, branching strategies, and version control best practices
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
• Knowledge of agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication skills (technical and non-technical)
• Problem-solving mindset with analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams
• Continuous learning attitude and passion for technology

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with event-driven architectures and real-time web applications
• Knowledge of WebRTC, WebSockets, and real-time communication protocols
• Experience with performance monitoring tools (New Relic, DataDog, etc.)
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical communities
• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG) and internationalisation
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and web analytics
• Experience with progressive web apps (PWA) and mobile web development