About the job :
Red Hat's IT Developer Hub (IDP) team is looking for a Senior Software Engineer with full-stack experience, specializing in React, TypeScript, Node.js, and JavaScript, to join our dynamic team. You will be working on the Internal Red Hat Developer Hub (RHDH) platform, based on Backstage, managed by IT. This is a critical project that supports internal engineering teams by integrating essential IT services and streamlining developer workflows.
This role is a mix of development and platform maintenance. You will be responsible for building and enhancing workflows within the Developer Hub and you will design, develop and maintain custom plugins using React and Typescript. Additionally, you will be a platform maintainer, responsible for infrastructure upgrades, releases, bug fixes, and addressing vulnerabilities. The platform runs on OpenShift (OCP), with deployments managed via ArgoCD.
We value candidates who are active in the Open Source community, have experience or interest in AI, and possess strong communication skills.
What will you do?
Create and enhance developer workflows to improve user experience.
Design, develop, and maintain custom RHDH plugins.
Collaborate with the team on new plugin development and integration.
Manage platform maintenance, including patching, upgrades, releases, bug fixes, and vulnerability resolution.
Deploy applications and updates using ArgoCD on OpenShift (OCP).
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and develop solutions.
Proactively communicate updates and challenges to team members and stakeholders.
Actively participate in OSS communities, sharing knowledge and collaborating on projects.
Stay updated on AI developments and explore how to Integrate them within the platform
What will you bring?
5+ years of experience in full-stack software development.
Proficiency in React and TypeScript, with strong JavaScript skills. Python experience is a plus
Experience with backend framework in Node.js (preferred) and frontend frameworks like React.
Experience integrating with REST APIs, and handling RESTful data.
Understanding of monorepo development and tooling (e.g., Yarn Workspaces).
Hands-on experience with ArgoCD, OpenShift (OCP), and Kubernetes.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control (GitLab/GitHub).
Strong interest or experience in AI technologies.
Proven ability to interact and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Following are considered a plus:
Experience working on critical, high-visibility projects within an enterprise environment.
Understanding of the Red Hat ecosystem and internal IT tooling.
Active involvement in Open Source projects is highly preferred.
Experience with plugin development within developer portal environments.
Prior experience with Red Hat Developer Hub, Backstage or Similar Internal Development Portals.
Passion for open-source contribution and community engagement.
About Red Hat
Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.
Inclusion at Red Hat
Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.
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