Senior Software Engineer

Terms of Reference (TOR)

Position Title: Senior Software Engineer 

Company: Kumo Labs Pvt. Ltd.

Location: Kupandol, Lalitpur, Nepal

Reports To: Managing Director

Type: Full-time, On-site

About Kumo Labs

Kumo Labs Pvt. Ltd. is a digital technology company based in Nepal, working in close collaboration with Ship Inc. (Japan) to deliver high-quality software solutions for global clients. We focus on precision, performance, and innovation — values deeply rooted in our partnership with Japan.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong technical expertise and leadership skills to guide our development team, manage international projects, and uphold high engineering standards.

Role Overview

Seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong technical expertise and leadership skills to drive backend and full-stack development, manage international projects, and mentor teams. The ideal candidate will ensure code quality, scalability, and efficient communication with Japanese and international partners.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead backend and full-stack development using Laravel (PHP), Ruby on Rails, MySQL, and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Architect scalable, secure, and maintainable systems with a focus on clean code and performance optimization.
• Enforce coding standards, oversee Git workflows, and ensure high code quality across projects.
• Collaborate with international teams and clients to translate requirements into efficient technical solutions.

Team Mentorship

• Guide junior and mid-level developers, providing technical supervision and mentorship.
• Foster a collaborative, learning-oriented environment that supports continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Support training and professional growth of team members.

Project Management & Communication

• Manage multiple development projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Communicate effectively with Japanese and global clients, providing clear reports and progress updates.
• Coordinate closely with the design, QA, and management teams to ensure aligned project execution.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in web application development, including 2+ years in a senior or leadership role.
• Expertise in Laravel, MySQL, RESTful APIs, Git, OOP, MVC architecture, TailwindCSS, and jQuery or similar frameworks.
• Strong command of English communication, both written and verbal, suitable for working with Japanese and international partners.
• Excellent problem-solving, reporting, and time management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Vue.js, React, or other modern front-end frameworks.
• Knowledge of Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment automation.
• Understanding of system security, scalability, and performance optimization.
• Prior Agile work experience and familiarity with collaborative, cross-border project environments.
• Japanese language understanding or prior experience working with Japanese teams is an advantage.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead impactful, high-quality projects with global exposure.
• Collaborative environment built around technical excellence and learning.
• Direct collaboration with international clients, including Japanese partners.
• A growing platform for innovation, leadership, and professional development.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following to info@kumo-labs.com 

• Updated CV and portfolio showcasing relevant projects.
• A short statement (maximum 300 words) describing a project they have led and key lessons learned.