Job Title: Experienced Backend Node.js Developer

Location: PCS CHE, Chennai

Years of Experience: 6+ years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Backend Node.js Developer with over 6 years of experience to build and maintain scalable, high-performance server-side applications. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing robust APIs, working on microservices architecture, ensuring system reliability, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and effective backend solutions aligned with business needs.

Responsibilities

- Backend Development: Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications using Node.js and related frameworks (e.g., Express.js, NestJS).
- API Development &
- Integration: Build secure, scalable RESTful/GraphQL APIs and integrate with third-party services.
- Microservices Architecture: Develop and manage microservices, ensuring scalability, fault tolerance, and maintainability.
- Database Management: Design and optimize databases (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and handle data modeling and performance tuning.
- Performance Optimization:



Monitor and improve application performance, scalability, and response times.
- Code Quality &
- Best Practices: Write clean, maintainable code, conduct code reviews, and enforce coding standards.
- Security &
- Compliance: Implement authentication, authorization, and data protection best practices (OAuth, JWT, encryption).
- Collaboration &
- Support: Work closely with frontend, QA, DevOps, and product teams; support deployments and production issues.

Mandatory Skills
- Node.js &
- Backend Frameworks (Express.js / NestJS) - Expert
- API Development (REST / GraphQL) - Expert
- Database Management (MongoDB / PostgreSQL / MySQL) - Advanced
- Microservices &
- System Design - Advanced
- DevOps &
- Cloud (Docker, CI/CD, AWS/Azure) - Advanced

Preferred Skills Experience with Agile methodologies and familiarity with Scrum Master/Agile Coach roles.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

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