Lead Node.js Engineer

Job Description :

At our Client, we dont just build softwarewe craft scalable, human-first technology that powers ideas. We're looking for a Node.js Engineer - Lead to join our growing team.

As a Lead Engineer, youll be at the core of our engineering initiatives. Youll lead, build, mentor, and scale solutions that touch real lives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in ownership, loves solving hard problems, and believes that leadership is more than just a title.

Youll work on a wide variety of development projectsfrom brainstorming architecture to mentoring team members. If youre driven by impact, inspired by challenges, and excited about clean code, this ones for you.

Requirements :

• 7+ years of hands-on software development experience
• Proven experience leading or managing engineering teams
• Own and deliver scalable Node.js-based projects end-to-end
• Architect, design, and review software components with a quality-first mindset
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to shape features
• Mentor junior engineers and help scale the engineering culture
• Participate in interviews and talent growth initiatives
• Contribute to technical decision-making and continuous improvements
• Ensure smooth deployment and system reliability through CI / CD practices
• Guide migration of legacy systems to modern stacks
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP), service-oriented architecture (SOA), and design patterns
• Expert knowledge of Node.js and backend architecture
• Experience with agile methodologies (Scrum / Kanban)
• Hands-on experience with CI / CD pipelines and source control tools (e.g., Git)
• Ability to debug, profile, and optimize code for performance
• Proactive, self-motivated, and thrives in collaborative environments
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities

Benefits :

We dont just hire employeeswe invest in people. At GKM IT, weve designed a benefits experience thats thoughtful, supportive, and actually useful. Heres what you can look forward to :

Top-Tier Work Setup :

Flexible Schedules & Remote Support :

Quarterly Performance Bonuses :

Learning is Funded Here :

Family-First Culture :

Celebrations & Gifting :

Team Bonding Moments :

Healthcare That Has You Covered :

Extra Rewards for Extra Effort :

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