Associate Engineering Director - Node.js / Express.js

Key Responsibilities :

• Actively contribute to the codebase and solve critical backend issues.
• Manage and mentor backend engineers through code reviews, performance evaluations, and 1 : 1s.
• Drive backend architecture design, implementation, and optimization.
• Provide technical leadership in client-facing engagements.
• Ensure backend systems remain secure, scalable, and maintainable.
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver high-impact features.
• Define and enforce engineering standards across the We're Looking For :
• Tech-driven leader with a strong passion for coding and system design.
• Experience in IT services with direct client involvement (a must).
• Strong proficiency in backend technologies (Node.js, Express, NestJS, SQL / NoSQL databases).
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure) and microservices architecture.
• Exposure to DevOps, CI / CD, and performance monitoring tools.
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
• Interest in AI, automation, or developer productivity tools is a plus

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