Senior Node.js Developer

Quick Facts

• Role: Senior Node.js Developer
• Work model: Virtual with client in-person interview

Description

Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable server-side applications and APIs using Node.js. Build RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL services, integrate third-party APIs, implement authentication/authorization and security best practices, and optimize performance and reliability. Collaborate with frontend developers and stakeholders, participate in code reviews, maintain technical documentation, and support CI/CD pipelines and deployments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable backend applications with Node.js
• Design, build, and integrate RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL services
• Write clean, maintainable JavaScript or TypeScript code
• Work with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Redis
• Implement authentication, authorization, and data security best practices
• Integrate third-party APIs and external services
• Collaborate with frontend developers for seamless integration
• Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical decisions
• Maintain technical documentation and development standards
• Work with DevOps teams for CI/CD and application deployments

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent practical experience
• 7+ years of backend development experience
• Strong proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript or TypeScript
• Experience with Express.js, NestJS, or Fastify
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and backend architecture
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative workflows
• Understanding of asynchronous programming and event-driven architecture
• Experience with automated tests (e.g., Jest, Mocha)
• Knowledge of SDLC and agile methodologies
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on reliable, high-quality software solutions with cross-functional teams
• Exposure to modern backend practices, security, and performance optimization
• Collaboration with DevOps on CI/CD pipelines and deployments