Associate Principal Engineer - Node.js Development (11-14 yrs)

About the Job :

We are hiring an Associate Principal Engineer with 11-14 years of experience in backend development and solution architecture. This role requires a deep understanding of Node.js, TypeScript, cloud technologies, and microservices. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills and a proven track record in designing scalable applications.

Roles and Responsibilities :

- Architect, develop, and deploy enterprise-grade backend solutions using Node.js and TypeScript.

- Design and implement scalable microservices and API-driven architectures.

- Lead and mentor engineering teams, ensuring high code quality and best practices.

- Optimize system performance, scalability, and security.

- Implement multi-process architectures to enhance system efficiency.

- Work with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and MySQL.

- Deploy and manage applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).

- Ensure CI/CD best practices and work on DevOps processes.

- Handle API integrations, authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, SSO), and security protocols.

- Lead code reviews, architectural discussions, and performance tuning sessions.

Skills and Qualifications Required :

- 11-14 years of experience in backend development.

- Strong expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, and backend frameworks (Nest.js is a plus).

- Experience in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and cloud-native applications.

- Deep understanding of multi-threading, performance optimization, and event-driven systems.

- Strong experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD automation.

- Expertise in API creation, authentication mechanisms, and security best practices.

- Experience working in Agile environments and leading high-performance engineering teams.

Preferred : Prior experience in Banking, Financial Services, or Fintech domains