About the role
We are seeking a talented Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a crucial member of our backend development team, you will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our Node.JS based backend infrastructure. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement new features, optimize performance, and ensure the scalability and reliability of our platform. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer who is passionate about building robust and scalable backend solutions for high-traffic applications.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. - Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.JS, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability. - Optimize database queries and data storage to improve overall system performance and efficiency. - Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards. - Troubleshoot and debug issues, providing timely resolutions to ensure minimal downtime and optimal user experience. - Continuously monitor system health and performance, proactively identifying areas for improvement and optimization. - Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following coding standards and best practices. - Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, incorporating relevant advancements into our technology stack and development processes.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. - 2+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a focus on Node.JS and Typescript. - Strong proficiency in JavaScript and experience with modern frameworks/libraries such as Express.js. - Solid understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and experience with database design, optimization, and querying. - Familiarity with Firebase or similar cloud-based services for real-time data synchronization and authentication. - Experience with scalable and distributed systems, microservices architecture, and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus. - Knowledge of RESTful APIs and other web service architectures. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex issues in a timely manner. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
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