Software Development Engineer - I

Job Description

Job Title: Full Stack Software Development Engineer ? I (SDE-I) Department: Engineering Location: Hyderabad (Work from Office) Employment Type: Full-time ?? About NxtWave NxtWave is one of India?s fastest-growing EdTech startups , transforming how India learns technology. Through our CCBP 4.0 programs , we empower youth from diverse educational backgrounds to become highly skilled software professionals . Founded by Rahul Attuluri (Ex-Amazon, IIIT Hyderabad) , Sashank Reddy (IIT Bombay) , and Anupam Pedarla (IIT Kharagpur) , NxtWave has raised ?275 crore led by Greater Pacific Capital , and is backed by Orios Ventures , Better Capital , and leading angel investors. As an official partner of NSDC (Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India) and recognized by NASSCOM and Startup India , NxtWave is redefining employability for India?s next generation of tech talent. ?? Know more about NxtWave ?? Featured in: Economic Times | CNBC | YourStory | VCCircle ?? Why NxtWave As a Full Stack SDE-I at NxtWave , you?ll: Build applications at scale and see your work reach learners within weeks. Take ownership of features and collaborate closely with the product and design teams. Work in a high-growth, empowering environment that accelerates your learning and career trajectory. Experiment fearlessly ? Fail Fast, Learn Faster. Get first-hand experience scaling your features as NxtWave continues to grow rapidly. Develop in a world-class engineering ecosystem, following clean coding and architectural best practices. ?? Key Responsibilities End-to-End Development Design, implement, and ship user-centric features across frontend, backend, and database layers under mentorship. Define and build RESTful/GraphQL APIs and scalable database schemas. Develop reusable, modular, and maintainable frontend components with modern state management. Implement backend services using Node.js (Express/Fastify) or Python (Django/FastAPI) following clean-architecture principles. Code Quality & Testing Write and maintain unit, integration, and E2E tests to ensure reliability and maintainability. Follow clean code, SOLID principles, and coding best practices. DevOps & Security Containerize applications and set up CI/CD pipelines for automated builds and deployments. Ensure secure coding practices, WCAG accessibility, and SEO optimization. Collaboration & Ownership Work closely with Product, Design, and Engineering teams to translate requirements into well-engineered solutions. Take full ownership of features from planning through deployment and post-release monitoring. Mentor interns or junior developers, fostering a culture of collaboration and learning. ?? Qualifications & Skills Technical Proficiency Experience: 1+ years of professional experience in full-stack web development. Frontend: Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3 (Flexbox/Grid). Strong experience with React (Hooks, Context, Router) or equivalent modern UI framework. Familiarity with state management libraries (Redux, MobX, or custom solutions). Backend: Hands-on experience with Node.js (Express/Fastify) or Python (Django/FastAPI). Expertise in RESTful/GraphQL API design and integration. Strong grasp of MySQL/PostgreSQL, and familiarity with NoSQL (Elasticsearch, Redis). Experience with Webpack/Vite, npm/Yarn, and Git workflows. Testing experience using Jest, React Testing Library, Pytest, or Cypress. Familiar with Docker, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins), and basic cloud deployments. Soft Skills Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities. Effective communication and collaboration skills. Product-first mindset ? translating user needs into technical impact. ?? What We Value A drive to deliver excellence and continuously improve. Collaborative attitude and a friendly, adaptable approach to teamwork. A problem-solving mindset with creativity and ownership. Openness to constructive feedback and a growth-oriented attitude. Eagerness to learn, experiment, and evolve in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills to articulate ideas clearly. ?? Work Location Location: NxtWave Headquarters, Hyderabad Work Type: On-site ? Why This Role Matters As a Full Stack SDE-I at NxtWave, you?ll play a pivotal role in building the technology that empowers thousands of learners to upskill and transform their futures. You?ll grow rapidly as an engineer while contributing to one of India?s most impactful EdTech ecosystems.