AI-Assisted Software Engineer, Web Applications

Overview We are looking for a software engineer to build and scale our internal web applications. Your mission is to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions using a Next.js front end and a Django back end, while actively using AI tools and Model Context Protocols (MCPs) to accelerate development and enforce clean architecture. What Success Looks Like Seamless integration between the Next.js front end and Django back end, maintaining high performance and security. Proactive use of AI coding assistants and MCPs to accelerate development cycles and improve code quality, rather than relying on them as a crutch. Code is clean, modular, thoroughly tested, and ready for production with minimal technical debt. Effective collaboration and clear communication with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business needs. Requirements Core Responsibilities Next.js Front End: Develop fast, responsive, and intuitive user interfaces using React and Next.js. Django Back End: Architect and build secure, scalable APIs and core business logic using Python and Django. Integration & Architecture: Design clean, modular systems that seamlessly connect internal tools, databases, and third-party platforms. AI-Assisted Development & MCPs: Leverage AI coding assistants in your daily workflow and build or integrate Model Context Protocols (MCPs) to expand the capabilities of our AI agents. Quality Practices: Champion clean code principles, write comprehensive automated tests