Design and architect backend software applications supporting a modern, data-centric platform
Develop, maintain, and optimize scalable, high-performance applications using Node.js
Build and maintain RESTful APIs and integrate with external data sources
Implement reusable, modular components and support state management strategies
Perform unit and end-to-end testing using tools such as Postman
Participate in peer code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices
Collaborate closely with senior engineers, UI/UX designers, QA teams, and stakeholders in an Agile/Scrum environment
Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues
Contribute to technical documentation, including system design, APIs, and workflows
Support CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field OR Six (6) years of equivalent professional experience in place of a degree
Minimum 3 years of experience as a backend Software Engineer
Proficiency with Node.js, RESTful APIs, GitHub, AWS, and API Gateway
Experience working in Agile/Scrum and DevSecOps environments
Hands-on experience with Jira and Confluence
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Public Trust clearance (fingerprinting required).

Benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

Node.jsRESTful APIsunit testingend-to-end testingCI/CDDevSecOpsstate managementscalable applicationshigh-performance applicationsmodular components

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solvingtroubleshootingcommunication skillscollaborationpeer code reviewsadherence to coding standardsdocumentationstakeholder engagementAgile/Scrum participation