Software Engineer

About the Role:

WeChat is seeking software engineers with expertise in full-stack web development to join the team. Candidates should already have experience in full-stack web development (Vue.js, Node.js preferred), in addition to traditional software development experience in a compiled language such as Java/Golang. The role will work closely with data analysts, machine learning engineers, and product managers to help develop internal tools and security systems for keeping WeChat users worldwide safe.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design, development and testing of WeChat user security processes
• Responsible for the design, development, and testing of WeChat's internal tools and platforms
• Participate in requirements review, solution formulation, and solution review to meet project requirements
• Keep abreast of best coding practices, writing high quality code and be able to deliver & test system functions.
• Responsible for identifying and debugging system issues, and continuously improve existing services to enhance system performance and stability.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining technical documentation
• A team player with strong communications skills to collaborate with relevant teams on projects

Job Requirements:

• Experience with full-stack web development with mainstream databases (MySQL), caching technology (Redis) and common middleware such as Kafka and MQ.
• Familiar with commonly used system tools in the Linux environment including troubleshooting problems related to CPU, memory, and network I/O.
• Solid programming foundation, follows best practices, and has a sense of responsibility, and passion in computing and state-of-the-art technologies.
• Strong logical and critical thinking skills, good communication skills, and ability to understand and convey requirements accurately.
• Fluency in both English and Mandarin required to collaborate with stakeholders based in HQ and globally