Job Description

At Backlight, our vision is to dramatically improve every stage of the video and entertainment content lifecycle from creation through monetization. 

We share a culture of mutual trust and respect, inclusivity, and a passion for making an impact in the lives of our customers.

We are looking for a stelar Software developer to join our awesome development team in Sophia Antipolis, France.

As a full-stack software developer, you will be involved in all stages of the development: UI, architecture, implementation, testing, and code reviews. You will also participate in the deployment lifecycle and maintenance of the product. You may as well be in touch with customers should you want it. 

Our product mixes front-end and back-end technologies. 

The technologies that you will use on a daily basis are:

• Backend: Python, video frameworks, machine learning frameworks
• Front end: JavaScript, CSS, React/Redux
• Deployment: Salt, Azure, AWS, Git

Because of the nature of our industry, we use a lot of technologies related to video and machine learning, but it's not necessary for you to be acquainted with them - what's important to us, is your willingness to learn quickly and continuously upskill yourself

Qualifications-: We are looking for motivation above all, more important than experience or seniority, so don't shy out if you do not have 25 years of experience, or if you feel like you do not tick all the boxes. Feeling that you could, one day, tick them is more important to us.

Personal Traits-: 

• Want to learn and be successful in Full-Stack development
• Self-motivated 
• Solutions-oriented with a passion for helping people solve problems
• You have a passion for innovation; you feel like you fit with our company's culture
• Positive attitude and team player mentality

Competences-: 

• English professional fluency is a must have.
• Prior experience as full stack developer, back-end and front-end.
• Critical Thinking: The ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, and design effective solutions.
• Logical Reasoning: Applying logic and reasoning skills to break down complex problems into smaller, more manageable steps.
• Analytical Skills: The ability to gather and interpret data to identify trends and make informed decisions.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and clients.
• Teamwork: The ability to work effectively within a team, collaborate on projects, and share knowledge.
• Time Management: Strong time management skills to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Adaptability and Learning: The ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail to ensure code quality and identify potential issues.
• Problem-Solving: Resourcefulness and perseverance in finding solutions to complex technical challenges.

You will be part of a highly experienced technical team, working in a collaborative fast paced environment and facing exciting challenges. Come and Join us!