Backend Developer

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Backend Developer with expertise in Node.js, AWS, JavaScript, and TypeScript. This is a permanent role offering hybrid work flexibility in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, Noida, and Gurugram.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust backend services using Node.js.
• Design and implement RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Leverage asynchronous programming and event-driven architecture.
• Manage Node.js runtime environments, including threads and memory.
• Work with NoSQL databases such as ElasticSearch, DynamoDB, and Neo4J, as well as relational databases like MySQL.
• Write optimized database queries and utilize ORMs like Sequelize.
• Implement unit and integration tests using frameworks like Mocha, Chai, Jest, and Supertest.
• Ensure secure coding practices, including protection against SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF.
• Implement authentication (OAuth, JWT) and data encryption.
• Utilize Git for version control and platforms like GitHub/GitLab.
• Manage dependencies with npm or Yarn.
• Deploy Node.js applications to cloud platforms using AWS CDK, with knowledge of EC2, ECS, and Lambda.
• Utilize debugging tools such as Node Inspector and Chrome DevTools.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in JavaScript and strong understanding of ES6+ features.
• Familiarity with TypeScript for type-safe coding.
• Core Node.js concepts including asynchronous programming and event-driven architecture.
• Experience in building RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Familiarity with API documentation and testing tools (Postman, Swagger).
• Experience with Node.js frameworks like Express.js, NestJS, or HapiJS.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases (ElasticSearch, DynamoDB, Neo4J) and relational databases (MySQL).
• Experience with ORMs like Sequelize and writing optimized queries.
• Proficiency with Git and platforms like GitHub/GitLab.
• Experience with debugging tools (Node Inspector, Chrome DevTools).
• Experience with unit and integration testing frameworks (Mocha, Chai, Jest, Supertest).
• Understanding of security best practices, authentication (OAuth, JWT), and data encryption.
• Working knowledge of npm or Yarn.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deploying to AWS (EC2, ECS, Lambda, AWS CDK).