Node.js Lead - Express.js/Microservices Architecture (5-8 yrs)

Location- Bangalore

Experience- 5+ years of experience

Key Responsibilities :

Technical Leadership :

- Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance Node.js applications.

- Architect robust, maintainable, and efficient server-side solutions.

- Drive best practices in backend development, ensuring clean and modular code.

Team Leadership & Mentorship :

- Guide, mentor, and upskill junior and mid-level developers.

- Conduct regular code reviews to maintain coding standards and improve team productivity.

- Foster a culture of learning, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration :

- Work closely with front-end developers, DevOps, and product teams to deliver seamless solutions.

- Participate in architectural discussions and roadmap planning.

- Ensure efficient API integrations and database management.

Performance, Security & Scalability :

- Optimize application performance, ensuring fast response times and scalability.

- Implement security best practices to safeguard user data.

- Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and enhance application reliability.

Requirements :

- 5+ years of experience in Node.js development, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.

- Strong expertise in Express.js, Hapi.js, or Koa.js.

- Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale applications.

- Solid knowledge of PostgreSQL (MongoDB/MySQL is a plus).

- Experience with microservices architecture, cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure), and CI/CD pipelines.

- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership skills.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment and drive projects from concept to completion.