NodeJS Developer

Job Title = NodeJS DeveloperLocation = REMOTE role, Needs to be able to work PST time zoneDuration = 6 months initial contract & high possibility of extension

Job Type: W2 Only

QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.10+ years of experience as a Backend Developer with expertise in AWS services and infrastructure.Solid understanding of fundamental web technologies such as HTTP, REST, AJAX and JSONExperience in Micro-services, REST API / Open API architecture/development.Experience in building API’s that integrate with SAP S4 HANA is a Plus.Strong hands-on experience with Node, RESTful API, Microservices frameworks.Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript.Strong understanding of cloud-based architecture, serverless computing, and microservices.Hands-on experience with AWS services such as Lambda, EventBridge, SQS, SNS, API Gatewat, DynamoDB, RDS, CloudFormation, etc.In-depth knowledge of database systems, both SQL and NoSQL, and their use cases.Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes is a plus.Understanding of security principles, authentication, and authorization mechanisms in AWS.Experience with version control systems like Git.

Responsibilities:Develop Cloud-native backend services using NodeJS and JavaScript/TypeScript. Being proficient in Python is a plus.Hands-on experience with the AWS Serverless stack.API Development: Create and maintain RESTful APIs that enable seamless communication between the frontend and backend systems. Ensure APIs are well-documented, performant, and secure.Testing and Debugging: Conduct thorough testing of backend components and APIs to identify and resolve bugs, bottlenecks, and performance issues. Implement andmaintain automated testing processes to ensure code quality.Performance Optimization: Monitor backend performance, identify areas of improvement, and implement optimizations to enhance system scalability, responsetimes, and resource utilization.Security and Compliance: Implement security best practices and measures to safeguard backend systems from potential threats and vulnerabilities. Ensure compliance with relevant data protection and privacy regulations.Code Reviews and Collaboration: Participate in code reviews to provide constructive feedback to team members and maintain code quality. Collaborate with frontend developers and DevOps engineers to ensure seamless integration between backend and frontend components.Continuous Integration and Deployment: Work closely with the DevOps team to automate build, deployment, and scaling processes using CI/CD pipelines.Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including architectural designs, API documentation, and system diagrams, to ensure proper understanding andmaintenance of the backend infrastructure.Work closely with Architects, Technical leads, Product owner, and others to drive towards a common vision.Actively participate in code reviews of their code and that of peers.

Key Skills

• AWS
• Node.js
• Python
• TypeScript
• NoSQL
• REST APIs
• Microservices
• JavaScript
• AWS Lambda