Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js. Design and develop REST and GraphQL APIs.
Work with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB, including schema and data model design. Build and maintain scalable application architecture.
Implement authentication and access control mechanisms. Integrate third-party APIs and external services.
Contribute to end-to-end product development, from backend services to supporting frontend functionality when required.
Write automated tests to ensure reliability and maintainability. Debug production issues and optimize system performance.
Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code. Use modern development tools such as Git, Unix CLI, and scripting tools.
Communicate technical risks, assumptions, and solutions clearly with the team.

Requirements

Strong experience with Node.js backend development.
Solid understanding of API architecture and backend service design.
Strong database fundamentals, including schema design and data modeling.
Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB.
Proficiency with JavaScript across the development stack.
Comfortable working with Git, Unix CLI, and development tooling.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and translate high-level requirements into practical solutions.
Strong English communication skills.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

Node.jsREST APIsGraphQL APIsPostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBdatabase designauthentication mechanismsautomated testingdebugging

Soft Skills

problem-solvingindependencecommunication