Senior Full Stack Engineer | Remote

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Software Engineer (Temp to Hire)
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Temp to Hire

Job Summary
We are looking for a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer with strong experience in AWS serverless architecture, Node.js, React, and modern data systems (DynamoDB) along with exposure to LLMs / Generative AI.
The ideal candidate is a self-driven, hands-on engineer who can work independently in a remote setup, quickly understand systems, and contribute from day one. This role requires someone who can balance backend, frontend, cloud, and AI integration, while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
 
Ideal Candidate Profile (Kaisa Banda Chahiye)

• 5 years of full stack development experience
• Strong hands-on coding in Node.js (backend) and React.js (frontend)
• Deep experience with AWS serverless stack:
  • Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, API Gateway
  • SNS, SQS, EventBridge, Kinesis
• Comfortable with event-driven & asynchronous systems
• Experience working with NoSQL (DynamoDB single-table design preferred)
• Exposure to LLMs / Generative AI tools (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.)
• Strong understanding of system design, scalability, and clean architecture
• Someone who can:
  • Work independently with minimal guidance
  • Communicate clearly in a remote team
  • Hit the ground running
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments
• Mentorship mindset - able to guide junior engineers & review code

 
Key Responsibilities
1. Design & Development (60%)

• Build scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using:
  • Node.js, React, AWS Serverless
• Design solutions using:
  • DynamoDB, APIs, event-driven architecture
• Develop AI-powered features using LLMs
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Maintain clean, reusable, production-ready code
• Create technical and non-technical documentation

 
2. Team Collaboration & Operations (30%)

• Participate in Agile ceremonies:
  • Sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives
• Perform code reviews & mentor team members
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues
• Follow CI/CD, security, and best engineering practices
• Collaborate with product, design, and architecture teams

 
3. Learning & Innovation (10%)

• Stay updated with GenAI trends and tools
• Share knowledge within the team
• Help define best practices for AI implementation

 
Required Skills
Core Technologies

• Backend: Node.js (Strong)
• Frontend: React.js (Good)
• Cloud: AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, API Gateway, CloudWatch)
• Messaging: SNS, SQS, EventBridge, Kinesis
• Databases: DynamoDB, OpenSearch / ElasticSearch, SQL (Postgres/MySQL)

AI / LLM Skills

• Experience with:
  • OpenAI / Anthropic APIs
• Knowledge of:
  • Prompt engineering
  • Few-shot learning
  • Context handling

 
Soft Skills

• Strong communication (very important for remote role)
• Problem-solving & analytical thinking
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Ability to work in fast-paced, evolving environment

 
Interview Process

• 2 Video Rounds:
  • 30 min with Hiring Manager
  • 30-60 min with Team
• Verification Process
• Orientation (Tuesday, 8:45-9:00 AM EST)

 
Team Overview
You will be part of a mission-driven team building large-scale student platforms used by millions of users, focusing on:

• College & career tools
• Scholarship & search platforms
• AI-driven personalization

 
Why Join

• Work on high-impact products used by millions
• Exposure to cutting-edge AI/LLM technologies
• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and grow
• Collaborative and innovation-driven culture
  

Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.