Experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineer – Chatbot Technology and Automotive Industry Innovation Leader at blithequark

Introduction to blithequark

Imagine being part of a revolutionary journey in the automotive sector, where live chat and conversational AI are transforming the way consumers interact with dealers and marketplaces. At blithequark, we envision a future where chatbot technology enhances user experience, and we're committed to making this vision a reality. As a startup, we're agile, innovative, and passionate about changing the face of live chat in the automotive industry. With a growing list of big-name clients, including Motors.co.uk, RAC, and Used Cars Northern Ireland, we're poised for rapid growth and seeking a talented Senior Engineer to join our team.

About the Role

As the first full-time hire in our development team, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of blithequark. We're looking for a self-starter who can work independently, contribute to strategy and tactics, and collaborate with our commercial teams to drive business growth. You'll be the technical leader, responsible for making key decisions, providing thought leadership, and guiding clients through the implementation of our chatbot solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of our chatbot technology, using Ruby, Sinatra Framework, and PostgresSQL
• Collaborate with customers to solve problems, improve performance, and explore new ideas and ways of working
• Provide technical thought leadership and guidance to clients, including designing new features and functionality
• Estimate and create backlogs, ensuring deliverable and commercially-viable solutions
• Architect solutions, interact with customers, and advise on implementation as a solution architect
• Collaborate with designers to facilitate UX/UI handoff to development
• Create strong, clear technical documentation

Essential Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• Experience with Ruby (or Ruby on Rails)
• Strong understanding of Sinatra Framework & PostgresSQL
• Experience with Data & APIs
• Experience with Javascript & Vue.js
• Able to produce and review estimates, ensuring deliverable and commercially-viable solutions
• Experience in technically leading programmes of work, making significant decisions that affect technology choices and solution strategy
• Capable of providing technical thought leadership and guidance to clients
• Excellent understanding of solutions deployment and operation as well as functionality
• Excellent communicator, able to explain, persuade, and justify decisions and concepts to people at all levels

Desired Qualifications

While not essential, experience with the following would be beneficial:

• Heroku & Redis
• Python
• Machine Learning
• Live chat products/widgets
• Chatbots & statistics
• Data or technology products within the Automotive Industry

Skills and Competencies

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Strong technical skills, with the ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a tenacious attitude
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to collaborate with designers, facilitate UX/UI handoff, and interact with customers

Career Growth and Learning Benefits

At blithequark, we're committed to helping you grow and develop your skills. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on cutting-edge chatbot technology and contribute to the development of our products
• Collaborate with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about innovation and customer experience
• Develop your technical leadership skills, with opportunities to mentor and guide junior team members
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, with opportunities for training and professional development

Work Environment and Company Culture

At blithequark, we value a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer focus. You'll enjoy:

• A remote work environment, with the flexibility to work from home or anywhere in the world
• A flat hierarchy, with opportunities to contribute to strategy and decision-making
• A dynamic, fast-paced environment, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions and exceptional customer experience
• A talented team of professionals who are passionate about what they do

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of £50,000-£60,000 GBP ($65,000-$78,000 USD), as well as a range of benefits, including:

• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A dynamic, innovative work environment
• A talented team of professionals who are passionate about what they do
• Flexible working arrangements, with the ability to work from home or anywhere in the world

Conclusion

If you're a talented Senior Engineer looking for a new challenge, with a passion for innovation, customer experience, and chatbot technology, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team at blithequark and be part of a revolutionary journey in the automotive sector. Apply now and take the first step towards a exciting new career opportunity.

To apply, please email your CV to [email protected] or visit our website at https://blithequark.com/. We look forward to hearing from you!