Software Engineer (Node.js/TypeScript)

Tokyo
Partial Remote
Full-time
January 9, 2024

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Node.js and TypeScript, along with competency in DevOps practices and an understanding of front-end technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain high-quality software solutions using Node.js and TypeScript.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement software solutions.
Assist in setting up and managing Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) pipelines.
Demonstrate competency in DevOps practices, including automation, configuration, and monitoring.
Participate in the development of our front-end applications using React, TypeScript, and Next.js as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.

Required Qualifications

3+ years of experience in software development with a focus on Node.js and TypeScript.
Competency in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines.
Understanding of DevOps tools and practices.
Basic knowledge in front-end technologies, specifically React and Next.js.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with React in front-end development.
Understanding of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
Knowledge of database technologies (SQL/NoSQL).

Salary

Annual salary paid in 12 monthly installments (including 45 hours fixed overtime allowance).
Stock options are available based on your preference.

Holidays

Saturday, Sunday, national holidays
Year-End and New Year Holidays: December 26th to January 3rd each year (period may vary).
You can selectively take Wednesdays off after a probation period.
10 days of a paid leave after 6 month. 15 days after another year, then the number of days progressively increases each year.
3 days of paid leave for sick leave during the first 6 months.
Congratulatory and bereavement leave, maternity/paternity leave, etc

Benefits

Weekly Social Hour: Every Thursday after work, we offer a free social hour with drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and snacks, promoting relaxation and team bonding.
Free language lesson: Depending on your level of Japanese or English, enroll in lessons held onsite during business hours, fully covered by the firm.
Employee referral program: Encouraging team members to bring in talented professionals like themselves, with rewards for successful referrals.
A housing rent program after the probation period: Supporting our team members in finding and affording comfortable living arrangements.
(For engineering roles) Annual performance review including 360-degree evaluations: Ensuring comprehensive feedback and continuous professional growth.
ChatGPT Plus fee support: Enhancing your professional toolset with the latest AI technology.
Flu vaccination fee support: Keeping our team healthy and safe throughout the year.
Complete health and social insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your peace of mind.
Annual health check: Proactive healthcare to keep our team in top shape.
Free water, coffee, and snacks: Always available to keep you energized and hydrated.

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About pafin

pafin (formerly Cryptact) is a Fintech start-up whose platform enables you to manage all of your investments in one place — from stocks to cryptocurrency.

Their cryptact service was released in 2017 and is Japan’s largest when it comes to calculating cryptocurrency taxes. Their service also supports US and overseas accounting methods with plans for professionals as well.

They also run fintact, a service that helps people around the world find investment ideas and information. It is designed from the ground up to ensure transparency while providing a rich game-like experience within a large global community of investors.

Japanese Language Policy
Japanese isn’t required in the development team; however, because our main customer base is Japanese and we work with many Japanese partner companies, there will be a case where the Japanese capability would help.
Visa Sponsorship
Pafin supports visa sponsorship for candidates living outside of Japan.
Paid Leave
Days Off: Saturdays and Sundays. National holidays. Year end holidays.

Holidays: Annual paid leave, congratulatory or condolence leave, maternity leave, sick/injured leave, family care leave.

※ Sick leave during the first 6 months of employment, paid vacations in advance (10 days after 6 months, 15 days after 1.5 years)
Benefits
💻 The latest equipment - (an OS of your choice, PC, monitor, mouse, etc) within a certain budget

💹 Stock options can also be available

🇯🇵 Free Japanese lessons on company time

💧 Free water

🚃 Full transportation coverage

🏥 Health insurance

💜 Social security/insurance benefits included
Engineer Interview Process
Document screening

We'll contact you via email if we feel your profile is a good match for the position

Interview

Given the current public health situation, the first few interviews will be done remotely.

1 ) First interview (to check what is written on resume, basic cultural fit, online)

2) Tech assignment (if deemed necessary)

3) Second interview (tech in depth)

4) Final discussion (with directors)
Work style
- Full flex time with core time from 10:00 to 16:00 except Wednesday. You can take Wednesday offs as long as our minimum working hour requirement is met.
- Basically we work in the office, however, remote work is also available for a few days per month under a certain condition.
- The office is 3 minutes walk from Kojimachi station, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Japan
Parents and Family
It’s an understanding environment when it comes to raising children, since many of their members (including executives) have families.
Team Culture
- pafin (formerly Cryptact) is a group of professionals in finance and IT. Currently, they have 10 members in their development team, where they exchange opinions in a flat manner. Although the management team comes from the financial industry, the atmosphere is not strict, so newcomers are able to get used to the company quickly.
- Several of their core members have experience in hedge fund management and development of various financial systems at Goldman Sachs. By providing simple and easy-to-use tools, they will make virtual currency, blockchain, and smart contracts more accessible and able to enrich our lives. They believe this will help to bring about a more virtuous cycle in Japan. pafin hopes to contribute to the realization of such a society, even if only in a small way.