Back End Developer

Role & responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain server-side applications using Node.js and related technologies.
  
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices architecture to support frontend functionality.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
  
• Optimize application performance, ensuring scalability and reliability.
  
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and ensure adherence to best practices.
  
• Stay updated with emerging backend technologies and methodologies to improve development processes.
  

Preferred candidate profile

• SaaS experience of 2 years with total development experience of 4 years
  
• Must have worked in a smaller company of less than 100
  
• Should have built solutions/softwares end to end and not just as a part of bigger team
  
• Should see themselves going deeper into the same role even 5 years down the line
  
• Should have knowledge on Node.js, MongoDB, and AWS
  
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven architecture, and Node.js design patterns.
  
• Proficiency in working with databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or MySQL.
  
• Experience with API development, including RESTful services and microservices.
  
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex server-side issues.
  

Essential

• Proficiency with version control systems like Git.
  
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
  
• Knowledge of system design and scalable architecture.
  
• Understanding of security best practices and implementing secure APIs.
  

Good to Have

• Experience with GraphQL and related backend technologies.
  
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
  
• Familiarity with message brokers like RabbitMQ or Kafka.
  
• Experience with platforms like Shopify, BigCommerce, or other e-commerce technologies.
  
• Exposure to frontend technologies such as React for better cross-functional collaboration.

Perks and benefits