Server Architect - Node.js (4-8 yrs)

Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain scalable and high-performance applications using Node.js and associated technologies (e.g., Express.js).

- Build and maintain RESTful APIs to support both internal and external applications.

- Implement and optimize database management systems (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL) for efficient data storage and retrieval.

- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and industry standards (e.g., SOLID principles, design patterns).

- Integrate third-party services and APIs.

- Collaborate with front-end developers to ensure seamless integration with client-side components.

- Troubleshoot and debug issues across various environments (dev, staging, production).

- Write unit tests and perform code reviews to ensure code quality and reliability.

- Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in Node.js development.

- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other developers.

- Contribute to the improvement of development processes and tools.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

- 5+ years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on Node.js.

- Solid understanding of JavaScript fundamentals and object-oriented programming principles.

- Experience with building and consuming RESTful APIs.

- Proficiency in at least one relational database (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and one NoSQL database (e.g., MongoDB).

- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

- Passion for learning new technologies and a strong work ethic.

Bonus Points :

- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

- Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

- Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Mocha).

- Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).

- Contributions to open-source projects.