Tejas Networks - Lead Engineer - Node.js (6-9 yrs)

Key Responsibilities :

- Architect, develop, and optimize scalable, high-performance Node.js applications.

- Design and implement microservices and event-driven architectures.

- Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and GraphQL services.

- Ensure security best practices, including OAuth, JWT authentication, and API gateway security.

- Design and optimize relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Redis.

- Implement efficient database indexing, caching, and query optimization techniques.

- Work with ORMs like Sequelize, TypeORM, or Mongoose for database interactions.

- Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.

- Work with Docker and Kubernetes for containerized deployments.

- Implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CD.

- Conduct profiling, debugging, and performance tuning for Node.js applications.

- Optimize asynchronous processing and event-driven architecture.

- Implement load balancing, caching strategies, and real-time data streaming.

- Lead and mentor a team of backend developers, ensuring best coding practices.

- Conduct code reviews, design reviews, and architecture discussions.

- Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to ensure seamless integration.

- Enforce TDD/BDD methodologies using Jest, Mocha, or Chai.

- Integrate with third-party services like payment gateways, messaging platforms, and external APIs.

- Work with WebSockets and real-time communication tools like Socket.io.

- Implement API documentation using Swagger/OpenAPI.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- Experience: 6+ years of experience in Node.js backend development.

- Education: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

- Strong expertise in Node.js, Express.js, NestJS, and microservices.

- Experience with serverless architectures (AWS Lambda, Firebase Functions, or Azure Functions).

- Proficiency in TypeScript for scalable and maintainable code.

- Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Redis.

- Proficiency in ORMs like Sequelize, Mongoose, or TypeORM.

- Hands-on experience with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, API Gateway), Azure, or GCP.

- Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform for infrastructure automation.

- Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CD.

- Experience in caching strategies (Redis, Memcached).

- Knowledge of security best practices (JWT, OAuth2, XSS, CSRF protection).

- Experience in event-driven architecture using Kafka, RabbitMQ, or NATS.

- Knowledge of AI/ML integration in backend systems.

- Familiarity with blockchain and Web3 technologies.

- Experience working in Agile and Scrum environments.