API/Database Developer @ Forward Thinking Systems Polska sp. z o.o. in Forward Thinking Systems Polska sp. z o.o.

Company Overview: Forward Thinking Systems, LLC is a leading technology company specializing in advanced telematics, fleet management, and video-based safety solutions. We are dedicated to helping businesses, governments, and organizations optimize their operations and enhance safety through cutting-edge technology. Our mission is to empower our clients to thrive in an ever-changing world by providing innovative, reliable, and user-friendly solutions.

Job Summary: As an API/Database Developer at FTS, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining web services that power our asset tracking solutions and ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our database systems.

*This candidate must be able to commute to our Krakow office for various team projects and meetings. 

Required and Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Proven experience in web services development and API integration.
• Strong portfolio showcasing web services projects and applications.
• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Proven experience in database administration and data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and database management systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator) a plus.
• Agile development experience is a plus.

Role-specific Competencies:

• Web Services Development : Proficiency in designing, developing, and maintaining RESTful APIs and web services using technologies such as Node.js, Python, Ruby, or similar.
• API Integration : Ability to integrate APIs and web services into web and mobile applications using REST API
• Programming Languages : Strong proficiency in programming languages like JavaScript, Python, Ruby, or Java.
• Testing and Debugging : Skill in writing unit tests and using debugging tools to ensure the reliability of web services.
• Version Control : Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git, for collaborative development.
• Security : Knowledge of web security principles and best practices to ensure data protection and prevent vulnerabilities.
• Documentation : Excellent documentation skills to create clear and concise technical documentation for web services.
• Problem Solving : Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and address issues efficiently, ability to diagnose and resolve database-related issues and optimize query performance.
• Team Collaboration : Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Database Management : Proficiency in managing, configuring, and optimizing database systems, including but not limited to SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL.
• Data Analysis : Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data, perform data modeling, and generate actionable insights.
• Data Integrity : Ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and security through proper data governance practices and data quality assurance.
• SQL Proficiency : Proficient in writing complex SQL queries and stored procedures to extract, transform, and load (ETL) data.
• Data Security : Knowledge of data security best practices to safeguard sensitive information and comply with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Company Overview: Forward Thinking Systems, LLC is a leading technology company specializing in advanced telematics, fleet management, and video-based safety solutions. We are dedicated to helping businesses, governments, and organizations optimize their operations and enhance safety through cutting-edge technology. Our mission is to empower our clients to thrive in an ever-changing world by providing innovative, reliable, and user-friendly solutions.

Job Summary: As an API/Database Developer at FTS, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining web services that power our asset tracking solutions and ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our database systems.

*This candidate must be able to commute to our Krakow office for various team projects and meetings. 

,[Web Services Development: Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable web services that are integral to our asset tracking solutions., Database Design and Development: Design, implement, and maintain database structures that support business applications and reporting needs., API Integration: Collaborate with software engineers and product teams to integrate web services into our applications, ensuring seamless communication between various components., Testing and Debugging: Perform thorough testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of web services to identify and resolve issues promptly., Web service Optimization: Continuously optimize and improve web services for better performance, efficiency, and reliability, Query Optimization: Develop and optimize SQL queries and stored procedures to retrieve and manipulate data efficiently., Performance Optimization: Identify and implement performance optimization strategies to enhance database efficiency and reduce latency., Documentation: Create clear and comprehensive documentation for web services, APIs, integration procedures, maintain comprehensive documentation of database schemas, configurations, and procedures., Security and Compliance: Implement and enforce data security policies and ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations., Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve database/web services related issues and provide support to end-users as needed., Stay Current: Keep up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in database management and data analytics.]

Requirements: SQL, Web services, API, Oracle, Data analysis, Spring, Data analytics, Data engineering, Reports
Tools: Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, GIT, TeamCity, Agile, Scrum.
Additionally: Sport subscription, Private healthcare, International projects, Free coffee, Startup atmosphere, Bike parking.