Backend Engineer (Node.js)

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Backend Engineer with expertise in Node.js to join our growing team. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining server-side logic, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Node.js applications
• Implement robust and secure RESTful APIs
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
• Implement data storage solutions using MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Troubleshoot and debug applications

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience with Node.js
• Strong proficiency with JavaScript/TypeScript
• Experience with Express.js or similar frameworks
• Knowledge of database technologies (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Experience with RESTful API design and development
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git)
• Understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms
• Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha)

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Knowledge of Docker and containerization
• Understanding of microservices architecture
• Experience with message brokers (RabbitMQ, Kafka)
• Knowledge of GraphQL