Backend Developer (Node.js)

Job Overview:

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Backend Developer to join our growing team. You will be responsible for developing scalable backend services and APIs that power our web and mobile applications. The ideal candidate is experienced in building secure, high-performance server-side applications and enjoys solving complex technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services, APIs, and databases.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps teams.
• Implement data storage solutions (e.g., SQL, NoSQL databases).
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure code quality through unit testing and code reviews.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of backend development experience.
• Strong knowledge of Node.js and frameworks like Express.js or NestJS.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL.
• Proficiency with databases: MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT).
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with TypeScript in backend development.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools.
• Experience with message brokers (RabbitMQ, Kafka) is a plus.