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Software Engineer, Frontend - Mercari/HR area new business, Japan
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Software Engineer, Frontend - Mercari/HR area new business in Tokyo, Japan
<Team mission>
Mercari's Work Team, established in April 2023, is on a mission to introduce a novel business in the HR domain, aligning with Mercari's overarching group mission of "recirculating all values and expanding everyone's potential." Our primary objective is to deliver innovative value to Mercari customers, with a primary focus on the realm of "work."
The identified target holds significant potential, and with its growth, it is anticipated to become a cornerstone business within the Mercari Group.
To achieve this vision, the team will make full use of Mercari Group's extensive assets, embarking on the launch of a completely new business from the ground up, with the ultimate goal of achieving rapid business expansion.
<Business details>
- Leading the launch of zero-ichi products in new projects in the HR field.
- Technology selection / System architecture construction / Specification creation.
- Design/implementation of Web Frontend using various frameworks such as TypeScript and React
- The alignment of this business with Mercari's group mission, which revolves around "recycling diverse forms of value and enhancing the potential of every individual," is direct and integral.
- Due to the inception of a novel business team comprising a limited number of highly skilled individuals, it is imperative that we assume multifaceted roles to successfully initiate the business.
- The contemplation of a new business venture grounded in the extensive assets of Mercari, Japan's foremost flea market application, is undeniably formidable. Nevertheless, if this endeavor proves triumphant, the potential impact could be of monumental proportions.
Qualifications for candidates include:
- Alignment with the mission and values of the Mercari Group and its associated companies.
- Proficiency in crafting a strong user interface (UI) utilizing HTML and CSS.
- A foundational understanding of performance, accessibility, and security principles.
- Familiarity with version control concepts and the ability to actively contribute to development projects using Git.
- Knowledge of TypeScript and hands-on experience with a UI library or framework like React, Vue.js, or Angular.
- A grasp of web and browser operating principles, with the ability to provide basic explanations in this regard.
- Possess an extensive expertise in web standards technology and demonstrate a specialization in a particular area.
- Comprehend the distinctions of various libraries and frameworks, and aptly apply them to project requirements.
- Proficiency in designing an architecture that aligns with the specific traits of the application.
- Exhibit the capability to proactively and continuously enhance applications.
- Possess fundamental knowledge of GraphQL.
- Are you in alignment with the mission and values of the Mercari Group?
- Are you a self-starter with adaptability and a penchant for working at a brisk pace?
- Do you assume accountability for your assigned tasks and demonstrate the ability to invest your maximum effort?
- Can you thrive in nebulous and unpredictable circumstances, focusing on "how it can be done" rather than "why it can't be done"?
- Is your enthusiasm for new business ventures substantial?
- Do you share the Mercari Group's belief that "everyone is a software engineer"?
* Please see this page for details.
In our System Design Interviews, we place greater emphasis on assessing your broader competencies. We prioritize your capacity to define the issues we encounter, the thought processes you employ, and your ability to communicate effectively with team members to arrive at solutions, rather than in-depth expertise in particular technologies or frameworks.
Specifically, check the following points.
- Establishing Effective Communication: Ensure clear and concise communication with the interviewer, demonstrating your thought process and problem-solving skills.
- Seek Clarification on System Requirements: When uncertain about system requirements, don't hesitate to ask questions to ensure a correct understanding.
- Tackling Unsolvable Problems: When confronted with problems without a definitive answer, approach them systematically, breaking them into smaller components and weighing various solutions.
- Incorporating Scalability and Availability: Always consider the scalability and availability of your system design, particularly for critical components.
- Resolving Trade-offs: When faced with trade-offs in problem-solving, assess the context and prioritize key factors before making decisions, while effectively communicating your rationale.
- Iterative Idea Enhancement: Explain your process for refining ideas, emphasizing how you gather feedback, evaluate performance, and continually iterate for improvement.
- System Issue Awareness and Improvement: Demonstrate your ability to identify system problems and propose enhancements, highlighting your experience in problem-solving, implementation, and ongoing optimization.
- English: Independent (CEFR - B2) welcome
- Japanese: Proficient (CEFR - C1) Required
*For more information on CEFR, please see here
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Employment Status
Full-time
The probationary period at our company lasts for the initial three months after joining. During this probationary period, your contract conditions will be identical to those of a permanent employee.
Office
Roppongi
- We have a strict no-smoking policy within our office premises.
- At Mercari, we have implemented a work style policy called "Your Choice." This policy grants each team member the autonomy to decide whether they prefer to work in the office or opt for full remote work, with certain exceptions made for specific job roles.
Work Hours
- Full flextime (no “core time” or “flex time”).
- *Does not apply to all positions
Holidays
- Two days off per week (as well as national holidays, New Year's break, etc.).
- Paid leave, congratulatory and bereavement leave, relax days, sick leave
Salary
- Annual salary paid in 12 monthly installments (including fixed overtime allowance).
- Based on skills, experience, and abilities.
- Reviewed twice a year
Benefits
- Complete health and social insurance.
- Incentive program.
- Support systems, including those that benefit the employee’s family members
Support
- Relocation support.
Circulate all forms of value to unleash the potential in all people
"How can I contribute to society's prosperity given our limited resources?" This question served as the inspiration for the creation of the Mercari marketplace app in 2013 by our founder, Shintaro Yamada, during his travels around the world. We firmly believe that by facilitating the circulation of various forms of value, extending beyond physical items and money, we can open doors for individuals to pursue their aspirations and make positive contributions to society and those in their proximity. Mercari is committed to leveraging technology to connect people across the globe, ultimately striving to build a world where everyone can unlock their full potential. For more details on Mercari Group's mission, please refer to Mercari's Culture Doc.
Equal Opportunity Hiring
At Mercari, our mission is to build a world where no one's potential is constrained by their background, and where everyone has the liberty to generate value. We strongly emphasize that fostering a culture of Diversity & Inclusion is integral to realizing our mission.
This principle naturally extends to our hiring procedures. Mercari is dedicated to eradicating discrimination based on attributes such as age, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, physical abilities, and other similar factors. Our objective is to ensure that individuals who resonate with our mission and values can become part of our team, regardless of their personal backgrounds. For more detailed information, please refer to our D&I Statement.
