Job Description
Frontend Solutions Engineer (all genders)
Frontend Solutions Engineer (all genders)
Job Intro
We are looking for an engineer to join our Trade Logistics Information Pipeline (TLIP) programme.
You will be a part of the UK team developing and expanding our Trade facilitation offering (TLIP) and assisting the onboarding of new clients in the UK/EU. We have an established ecosystem of internationally recognised organisations including the Institute of Export & International Trade and the IOTA Foundation who are collaborating on this programme.
TLIP is architected on IOTA’s decentralized infrastructure technology enabling governments and businesses to exchange trade data in a secure and trusted manner. Already live in Kenya where the TLIP platform is integrated into the Kenyan Single Trade Window it is used by large and small organisations to streamline their international trader administration and processes. The next phase of our programme will expand TLIP into international markets with the UK and EU our primary focus.
The digitalisation of today’s fragmented paper-based international trade procedures, with platforms such as TLIP, increase efficiency and reduce the cost of access to international markets. Developing economies and small trader communities stand to benefit significantly with increased access to new markets which stimulate local growth and job creation. The increasing focus on management of the environmental impact of international trade can also be more effectively monitored and regulated through a digital trade capability. More information can be found here:
The core principles of TLIP incorporate a focus on supporting emerging economies using a not-for-profit governing foundation and access to code via Open Source principles. We have recently signed a collaboration agreement with 5 international organisations to form the board of the TLIP foundation; partners include World Economic Forum, Trademark Africa, Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, etc. See more here:
Large companies and governments engage with TLIP through open APIs, but supply chains are characterized by a large number of small and middle sized companies - both in the Northern and Southern hemispheres - that will work through web-based and mobile applications.
As a solutions engineer, you will be involved in the technical development of the TLIP product, working closely with the product designer(s) and the wider TLIP technical team. In addition you will be involved in the onboarding process for new users and clients. Working closely with our partner organisation, the Institute of Export & International Trade. Our ideal candidate will have experience from similar work, integration of IT systems, and knowledge of international trade and supply chain management.
The TLIP technical team consists of 11 people in Kenya, 5 people in Europe, collaboration support from IOTA Foundation’s 120+ employees and the Institute of Export & International Trade’s 200 employees, and the team is growing.
The role is open to candidates in Europe or the UK. The candidate will be expected to work remotely and must be open to travel for meetings and workshops. The right candidate will have an opportunity to co-define our go-to-market strategy and grow our sales team.
Responsibilities & Requirements
- The Solutions Engineer actively contributes towards achieving our business and revenue goals by developing the technical blueprint for the TLIP product
- Working closely with the UK TLIP Product Owner they take responsibility for the delivery of new features and functionality as set out in the agreed product roadmap
- Collaborating closely with the design team and the target client base they continually develop the product roadmap, recommending and designing new features and functionality to maximize the benefits of TLIP and ensure its long term viability in the market.
- Able to liaise directly with the wider TLIP technical development team providing clear guidance on the design of features and functionality required for each workstream.
- Providing quality assurance of new features developed by the technical team before release to the market
- .Liaise with the Institute of Export & International Trade sales team to assist with the onboarding of new clients
- In collaboration with our head of sales, the Solutions Engineer will support to co-define a sales and onboarding strategy as well as support the development of sales materials
Skills & Qualifications
Strong technical skills, preferably within a W3 / distributed ledger domain plus understanding of the following:
- TypeScript: Proficiency in TypeScript is essential. This includes understanding types, interfaces, classes, and generics, as well as TypeScript-specific patterns and best practices.
- React: Experience with React.js and its ecosystem is crucial. This includes understanding concepts like JSX, components, state, props, hooks, and the component lifecycle. Familiarity with related libraries and tools such as Redux for state management and React Router for routing is also beneficial.
- REST APIs: Knowledge of how to design, build, and consume RESTful APIs is important. This includes understanding HTTP methods, status codes, request/response structures, and authentication mechanisms.
- Express.js: Often used with Node.js for building web applications and APIs, understanding Express.js can be beneficial. This includes routing, middleware, error handling, and serving static files.
- Databases: Familiarity with a database system (SQL like PostgreSQL/MySQL or NoSQL like MongoDB) is necessary. This includes understanding how to design schemas, perform CRUD operations, and write complex queries.
- DevOps: Basic understanding of DevOps concepts like continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), Docker, and Kubernetes can be beneficial.
- An understanding of the technology environments that freight forwarders, transporters and traders operate in, including government and port operating systems..
- An excellent communicator both verbally and in writing
- Excellent presentation skills able to communicate with customers at all levels from technical level up to and including the C-level.
- Experienced in developing and presenting clear and concise product blueprints and briefings
- Ability to understand customers’ business, needs, challenges and expectations within the EU UK trading community
- Able to think logically and abstractly: recognize discrepancies, connections and structures (analytical skills)
- Completes projects on time to a high quality demonstrating strong team management and planning skills
- Takes responsibility and has a drive as if we are a start-up
- Is ready to constantly develop his/her skills, qualifications, knowledge and personality (learning orientation)
About the project
The IOTA Foundation is a not-for-profit organization established in 2017 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The Foundation’s mission is to drive the development and standardization of new distributed ledger technologies (DLTs) that enable permissionless innovation ecosystems. To realize this potential the IOTA Foundation is actively building a collaboration of developers, start-ups, private enterprises, and government, civil society and academic institutions.
We engage in engineering, research and community organizing efforts around the IOTA Tangle – a new generation of DLT.
The IOTA Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
What we offer
- Constant challenges and ability to grow skills
- Being part of a growing international team and new business venture
- Being part of a growing global organisation delivering cutting edge technology to global players
- Opportunity to be a high-impact contributor
- Work with the best engineers in their field
- Freedom in planning – with responsibility for delivering
- Casual and fun work environment.
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