MERN Stack Developer

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a MERN Stack Developer (Backend-Focused) . The developer will be primarily responsible for building and maintaining scalable back-end systems using Node.js, Express, and MongoDB, while also collaborating with the front-end team for smooth integration. The role involves designing and optimizing RESTful APIs, managing databases, ensuring application security, and handling deployment. A strong focus will be on backend architecture, performance optimization, and secure API development .

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain robust back-end systems using Node.js, Express, and MongoDB

Design and optimize RESTful APIs for seamless integration with front-end applications

Implement secure authentication and authorization systems (JWT, OAuth2, RBAC)

Optimize database performance with indexing, aggregation, and query tuning

Ensure application scalability, reliability, and security

Collaborate with front-end developers for smooth API consumption

Handle deployment, version control, and CI / CD workflows

Monitor application performance, handle error logging, and implement best practices

Qualifications

Strong proficiency in Node.js and Express.js with solid backend development experience

Expertise in MongoDB (schema design, indexing, aggregation pipelines)

Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture

Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP) , containerization (Docker / Kubernetes is a plus)

Familiarity with caching (Redis, etc.) and message queues (RabbitMQ / Kafka preferred)

Strong understanding of security best practices in backend systems

Experience with version control systems like Git / GitHub and CI / CD pipelines

Basic knowledge of React.js to support front-end integration

Problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to scalability and performance

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred, but experience matters more)

Compensation

Salary : ₹10,000 – ₹15,000 per month (Performance-Based)

Incentives : Additional performance-based incentives and bonuses based on milestones and contributions.