- Nabors
- Houston, TX
- Full-Time
- 9 days ago
Senior Software Developer, Full Stack.
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Senior Software Developer, Full Stack: our view in 3 lines...
- The Role:This senior full-stack role is for a software developer supporting drilling and rig technology products in the energy industry.
- The Person:The person will build frontend applications, backend services, APIs, and databases, improve system performance, contribute to delivery and code quality, and mentor junior developers.
- Requirements:The ideal candidate has experience with Angular JS, TypeScript, .NET, Python, C++, Postgres, SQL, Git, and real-time data applications.
About the role
The Senior Full Stack Developer designs, builds, and maintains fast, reliable, and scalable software solutions across the frontend, backend, and data layers, supporting Nabors’ drilling and rig technology products. The role builds interactive, real-time web applications and the services, APIs, and databases behind them, contributes to CI/CD and version-control practices, and applies secure coding practices throughout. The developer works closely with Product, Design, and Operations teams to align technical solutions with business needs, participates in code reviews and sprint planning, and mentors junior developers to raise coding, testing, and development standards across the team.
Responsibilities
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Develop responsive, user-friendly web applications using Angular JS, HTML, CSS, and TypeScript.
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Implement real-time features using WebSocket protocols and data visualization tools (e.g., D3.js, Plotly).
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Ensure cross-browser compatibility and accessibility standards.
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Build scalable backend services using .NET, Python, and C++.
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Design and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
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Optimize performance and reliability of distributed systems.
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Design and manage relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., Postgres, SQL, MongoDB).
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Implement data models, indexing strategies, and performance tuning.
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Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and version control practices using Git.
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Ensure code quality through automated testing and peer reviews.
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Participate in code reviews and sprint planning.
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Apply secure coding practices and authentication protocols across applications and services.
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Integrate software with industrial automation systems and real-time operator interfaces where required (e.g., PLC environments, SCADA).
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Work closely with Product, Design, and Operations teams to align technical solutions with business needs.
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Mentor and guide junior developers, promoting best practices in coding standards, testing, and development processes.
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Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in one-to-one and group situations.
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Travel to yards and rigs to support deployments, testing, and user feedback as required.
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Evaluate new frameworks, tools, and technologies and recommend adoption.
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Contribute reusable components, internal learning sessions, and engineering documentation.
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Perform other related duties consistent with the purpose and level of the role.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
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At least 7+ years of experience in full-stack development roles.
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Strong understanding of front-end development using Angular JS, HTML, CSS, and cross-browser compatibility.
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Experience with backend languages, specifically .NET, Python, and C++.
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Proficiency in database management, particularly with Postgres and SQL.
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Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git.
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Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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Strong desire to learn and ability to be part of a team; effective verbal and written communication; self-starter with excellent time management and organizational skills.
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Valid passport; travel to yards and rigs (approximately 25%) is expected, and domestic and international travel may be required.
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Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
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Experience with real-time data applications and WebSocket protocols.
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Knowledge of PLC tools and industrial automation systems (Rockwell, Siemens, Beckhoff); familiarity with SCADA systems and real-time operator panels.
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Exposure to micro-frontends architecture, Docker and containerization, Kubernetes, and cloud deployment (AWS, Azure, GCP).
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Knowledge of ORMs (Entity Framework, SQLAlchemy), CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions), and secure coding practices (OWASP, OAuth, JWT).
Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

