Backend Developer – Node.js

About the Role

We are looking for a Backend Developer with strong expertise in Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript to build scalable backend systems and cloud-native services. The role focuses on API development, serverless architecture on AWS, and building reliable, secure, high-performance backend systems.

You will work closely with Product, Frontend, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver production- grade solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript
• Build, version, and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices
• Develop and manage serverless applications using AWS Lambda and API Gateway
• Integrate DynamoDB, SQL, and caching systems into scalable architectures
• Collaborate with Frontend, QA, and DevOps teams for smooth releases
• Integrate third-party APIs and internal systems
• Ensure performance, scalability, security, and reliability of backend systems
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Troubleshoot production issues and optimize backend performance
• Work with cloud services, message-driven systems, and distributed architectures
• Perform other related backend engineering tasks as required to support product and business needs

Required Skills

• Core Backend Skills
• Strong proficiency in Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript
• Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and backend design principles
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining REST APIs
• Experience with backend frameworks such as Express.js or NestJS
• AWS and Cloud Skills
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS Lambda
• Strong experience with AWS API Gateway
• Experience working with DynamoDB for scalable NoSQL systems
• Experience with other AWS services such as S3, SQS, CloudWatch, IAM
• Understanding of serverless architecture and event-driven systems
• Databases and Infrastructure
• Experience with SQL databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL
• Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Redis
• Familiarity with Docker and cloud platforms
• Knowledge of Git, CI/CD, and version control practices

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Microservices Architecture
• Knowledge of API security including JWT and OAuth
• Experience with message queues such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or SQS
• Hands-on experience with unit testing frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, or Chai
• Understanding of performance optimization and scalability patterns
• Experience with logging and monitoring tools such as CloudWatch, ELK Stack,Prometheus, or Grafana

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Ability to collaborate with distributed teams

Education

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field is a must