Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, and Go Experience with modern frameworks across the stack (FastAPI, Gin, Express, etc.) Production experience with React, modern build tools, state management, responsive design, and accessibility standards Comprehensive testing experience (unit, integration, e2e, security) Scalable system design patterns, load balancing, and high-availability architectures Database design and optimization (both relational and NoSQL) API development (REST, GraphQL, gRPC) and event-driven architectures Caching strategies and message queue systems (Redis, Kafka, RabbitMQ) Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation) Monitoring, observability, and performance optimisation tools Ability to keep a cool head when debugging production issues Self-motivated, proactive, and looking for ways to improve Good communicator, both in writing and verbally Detail-oriented Strong problem-solving skills Used to working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Analytical and problem-solving-oriented A genuine believer in diversity and fairness