Full Stack Developer (AI-Powered Productivity Tools)

Company Description

Sutherland is at the forefront of AI-driven innovation, specializing in Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs). We build intelligent applications that transform industries by leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies. Join us to create tools that redefine developer productivity.

Job Description

About the Project

You’ll work on an AI-powered VS Code plugin that enhances developer productivity through features like:

• Code generation & refactoring using LLMs (e.g., GPT, Claude).
• GitHub integration for seamless workflow automation.
• Webview-based UI for intuitive user interactions.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Development

• Build and maintain scalable APIs using Node.js, Express.js, and FastAPI.
• Integrate AI/LLM features (prompt engineering, model switching, output processing).
• Work with MongoDB (task management) and Redis (caching).

Frontend Development

• Develop lightweight, performant UIs using TypeScript, HTML, and CSS (no React in the extension).
• Implement VS Code extension Webview interfaces.
• Create scalable dashboards for internal tools.

AI Integration

• Consume REST APIs to connect frontend with LLM backends.
• Optimize prompts and handle dynamic model switching (e.g., OpenAI to Ollama).

Collaboration & Best Practices

• Collaborate with AI engineers to design and demo new features.
• Follow Git/GitHub workflows and Agile methodologies.
• Contribute to architecture decisions and code reviews.

Qualifications

Must-Have Skills

• 3-5 years of full stack development experience.
• Core Technologies:
  • JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, Express.js.
  • HTML/CSS (vanilla, no frameworks in the extension).
• Database/Caching: MongoDB, Redis.
• API Design: REST, FastAPI.
• AI/LLM Exposure: Worked with Generative AI (e.g., prompt engineering, model integration).
• Tools: Git, GitHub, VS Code.
• Soft Skills: Self-starter, strong communicator, problem-solver.
• Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science or related field.

Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with VS Code extension development.
• Familiarity with Docker, Ollama, or lightweight model serving.
• Basic Python knowledge.

Exposure to Jira automation or React/Angular (for ancillary projects).