TapFin - Backend Engineer - Node.js (2-10 yrs)

As a Backend Engineer specializing in Node.js, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the backend infrastructure and services that power our platform. You will work with cross-functional teams to build robust, scalable, and highly available backend systems.

Responsibilities :

- Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems using Node.js.

- Develop and optimize APIs, microservices, and databases to support various applications.

- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.

- Collaborate with frontend engineers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.

- Work closely with DevOps to automate deployment processes and ensure high availability and

scalability of systems.

- Optimize backend performance and ensure the system can handle high traffic loads.

- Implement security measures and ensure data protection and system integrity.

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to backend infrastructure.

- Continuously learn and stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

- Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure team collaboration.

- Ensure compliance with coding standards and industry best practices.

Qualifications :

- Proven experience as a Backend Engineer, Software Developer, or similar role.

- Strong proficiency in Node.js, including knowledge of its frameworks (e.g., Express.js, NestJS).

- Experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, or other API design patterns.

- Strong knowledge of databases such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar.

- Familiarity with authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, etc.) and security best practices.

- Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.) and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.

- Understanding of software design principles and patterns.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex issues.

- Experience with version control systems like Git.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience with microservices architecture.

- Familiarity with unit testing and test-driven development (TDD).

- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automation.

- Experience with message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka).

- Familiarity with DevOps practices for deployment and monitoring.