Node Backend Developer

Our backend (Node.js) team is deeply passionate about technology and is driven by the pursuit of building scalable cloud, web, and mobile solutions with a strong emphasis on performance. We're currently seeking a seasoned Senior Node.js Engineer who not only possesses extensive backend expertise but also demonstrates proficiency in system design, cloud services, microservices architecture, and containerization. (Additionally, a good understanding of frontend tech stack to give support to frontend developers is highly valued) 

Role + Responsibilities:

• Develop reusable, testable, maintainable, and scalable code with a focus on unit testing.
• Implement robust security measures and data protection mechanisms across projects.
• Champion the implementation of design patterns such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD).
• Actively participate in architecture design sessions and sprint planning meetings, contributing valuable insights.
• Lead code reviews, providing insightful comments and guidance to team members.
• Mentor team members, assisting in debugging complex issues and providing optimal solutions.

Person Specification and Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience: 6+yrs
• Advanced knowledge of JavaScript and TypeScript, including core concepts and best practices.
• Extensive experience in developing highly scalable services and APIs using various protocols.
• Proficiency in data modeling and optimizing database performance in both SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB, leveraging technologies like TypeORM, Sequelize, or Knex.
• Proficient in working with frameworks like NestJS, LoopBack, Express, and other TypeScript-based frameworks.
• Strong familiarity with unit testing libraries such as Jest, Mocha, and Chai.
• Expertise in code versioning using Git or Bitbucket.
• Practical experience with Docker for building and deploying microservices.
• Strong command of Linux, including familiarity with server configurations.
• Familiarity with queuing protocols and asynchronous messaging systems.

Plus, points if you're familiar with the following:  

• Experience with frontend JavaScript concepts and frameworks such as ReactJS.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing cloud architectures, particularly on AWS services.
• Knowledge of GraphQL and its associated libraries like Apollo and Prisma.
• Hands-on experience with deployment pipelines and CI/CD processes.
• Experience with document, key/value, or other non-relational database systems like Elasticsearch, Redis, DynamoDB.
• Ability to build AI-centric applications and work with machine learning models, Langchain, vector databases, embeddings, etc.