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Backend Developer

Position overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Node.js Backend Developer who will be responsible for developing robust APIs and micro-services, modernizing legacy systems, and ensuring the security and scalability of our applications. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Nodejs development, extensive experience with AWS technologies, and a strong background in API development and database integration. You will be part of cross-functional team that is very collaborative both internally and externally within the engineering organization.

Our benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Flexible work schedule and remote work opportunities
• Professional development and training programs
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization
• Employee wellness programs, including mental health support
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture
• Company-sponsored events and team-building activities
• Employee referral program with incentives
• Reimbursement for job-related certifications or education

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs and microservices using Node.js and frameworks like Nest.js
• Architect scalable and maintainable Node.js codebases, implementing best practices and design patterns
• Manage and optimize SQL and NoSQL databases to ensure efficient data handling and storage
• Write clean, well-documented code and create comprehensive API documentation using Open API Specification tools like Swagger
• Develop and implement thorough unit, integration, and automation tests using frameworks such as Jest or Cypress, including mocking of external dependencies and asynchronous operations
• Deploy, optimize, and automate Node.js applications in AWS cloud environments, focusing on performance improvement and cost efficiency
• Lead the technical direction of projects, addressing complex challenges and making key architectural decisions
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the team's overall technical growth
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business requirements
• Stay updated with the latest Node.js ecosystem trends and best practices, recommending and implementing improvements as needed

Requirements

• 2+ years of Node.js experience, with expert level proficiency in Node.js 18.x+ and frameworks like Nest.js or Express
• Strong background in API and microservices development
• Mastery of modern JavaScript standards, TypeScript, and code quality tools (ESLint, Prettier)
• Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases, particularly MySQL and DynamoDB
• Extensive experience with unit and integration testing using frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, or Chai
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with AWS technologies, including EC2, S3, RDS, ECS, DynamoDB, and Lambda
• Excellent communication skills for requirements gathering, solution design, and cross-functional collaboration
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior developers