Node.js Developer - Backend Services

Job Title : Node.js Developer

Experience : 4 to 7 Years

Work Mode : Hybrid

Shift : Normal Shift

Role Overview :

We are looking for a skilled Node.js Developer to build scalable, secure, and high-performance backend services.

You will work on API development, microservices, system integrations, and cloud-native solutions, collaborating closely with frontend, product, and DevOps teams.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js (Express / NestJS / Fastify)

- Build and manage RESTful and event-driven APIs

- Implement secure authentication and authorization (OAuth, JWT, SSO)

- Develop microservices and integrate with message brokers, databases, and third-party systems

- Ensure high code quality through clean architecture, code reviews, and automated testing

- Collaborate with frontend, mobile, QA, and product teams

- Support CI/CD pipelines and production deployments

- Monitor, debug, and optimize application performance and reliability

- Participate in design discussions, sprint planning, and technical estimations

- Mentor junior developers and contribute to engineering best practices

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- 4 to 7 years of hands-on experience in Node.js development

- Strong proficiency in JavaScript and/or TypeScript

- Experience with Express / NestJS / Fastify frameworks

- Solid understanding of REST APIs, async programming, and event-driven architecture

- Experience with PostgreSQL / MySQL / MongoDB / Redis

- Knowledge of microservices architecture and inter-service communication

- Familiarity with OAuth, JWT, SSO, and API security best practices

- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and production deployments

- Understanding of Docker and cloud environments (AWS / Azure / GCP preferred)

- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

Good to Have :

- Experience with Kafka / RabbitMQ / PubSub

- Knowledge of GraphQL

- Exposure to Kubernetes

- Experience in high-scale / fintech / enterprise systems

Soft Skills :

- Strong communication and collaboration skills

- Ability to manage priorities and deliver in Agile teams

- Ownership mindset with attention to quality and timelines

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