Node.js Backend Developer

About the Role

We're hiring a Node.js Backend Developer to build and maintain scalable server-side systems for our client products. You'll design robust APIs, manage databases, and ensure our backend infrastructure is secure, performant, and maintainable.

What You'll Do

• Architect and develop RESTful and GraphQL APIs using Node.js and Express / Fastify
• Design database schemas and write optimised queries for PostgreSQL and MongoDB
• Implement authentication, authorisation, and security best practices (JWT, OAuth 2.0, rate limiting)
• Build background jobs, queues (BullMQ / Redis), and event-driven services
• Write integration and unit tests (Jest / Vitest) for backend services
• Participate in architecture discussions and propose solutions for complex problems

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience building production Node.js backend services
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript and asynchronous JavaScript patterns
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or other databases
• Understanding of REST API design principles and HTTP protocols
• Experience with Docker and cloud deployment (AWS / GCP / Azure)
• Solid grasp of software architecture, design patterns, and SOLID principles

Nice to Have

• Experience with microservices or serverless architectures
• Knowledge of message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
• Familiarity with Next.js API routes or edge computing

What We Offer

• Fully remote position with flexible working hours (IST overlap required)
• Competitive salary with performance bonuses
• Home office setup allowance
• Regular team sync and virtual social events
• Fast career growth with senior and architect tracks available