You will need a strong background in modern JavaScript frameworks and a deep understanding of full-stack development. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and high-performance applications, with a particular focus on integrating cutting-edge AI capabilities.
ResponsibilitiesLead the design, development, and deployment of complex web applications using Next.js and NestJS.
Develop robust and efficient backend services with Node.js, interacting with PostgreSQL databases.
Implement and maintain real-time messaging solutions.
Apply expertise in AI prompt engineering to optimize interactions with large language models.
Contribute to the training and fine-tuning of machine learning models.
Develop and integrate features related to embedding, chunking, and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG).
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in TypeScript.
Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define, design, and ship new features.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to best practices within the team.
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
5+ years of experience as a JavaScript Engineer, with a focus on full-stack development.
Proficiency in TypeScript.
Strong experience with PostgreSQL.
Extensive experience with Next.js for front-end development.
Demonstrated experience with NestJS for backend development.
Proven experience with AI prompt engineering.
Familiarity with model training concepts and practices.
Experience implementing and managing real-time messaging systems.
Understanding and practical application of embedding and chunking techniques.
Experience with Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) implementation.
Solid understanding of software design principles, data structures, and algorithms.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
- 5+ years of experience as a JavaScript Engineer with full-stack focus
- Proficiency in TypeScript
- Strong experience with PostgreSQL
- Extensive experience with Next.js
- Demonstrated experience with NestJS
- Experience with Node.js backend development
- Proven experience with AI prompt engineering
- Familiarity with model training concepts and practices
- Experience implementing and managing real-time messaging systems
- Practical understanding of embedding and chunking techniques
- Experience implementing Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
- Solid understanding of software design principles, data structures, and algorithms
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
What We Do
Hamster is the largest 100% Canadian-owned office products distributor, providing a wide range of solutions including office supplies, breakroom products, janitorial and maintenance supplies, technology, and health and safety equipment. As a brand of Novexco Inc., the company focuses on delivering quality products and services to Canadian businesses, ensuring that every dollar spent supports the local economy while maintaining a highly responsive organization that adapts to individual customer needs.
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