Job Description

About the Role:

We are looking for a

Senior Backend Developer with deep expertise in Node.js

and practical experience in the

MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js)

. This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining backend systems that are secure, scalable, and high-performing. You will play a key role in architecture planning, technical decision-making, and mentoring junior developers. As a Senior Node.js Backend Developer, you will play a lead role in designing and building a microservices ecosystem that powers mission-critical applications. Your expertise will shape the architecture, scalability, and reliability of our backend systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain

modular, scalable backend services

using

Node.js

and

Express.js

Architect and implement

microservices-based solutions

where appropriate for scalability and maintainability Build and manage

MongoDB

schemas and perform complex aggregations and performance tuning Develop and document

RESTful or GraphQL APIs

, ensuring consistency and security Implement

authentication and authorization

(JWT, OAuth, Role-based Access) Integrate third-party services such as payment gateways, email systems, and external APIs Ensure performance, monitoring, and fault tolerance across backend services using tools like

Docker

,

PM2

,

New Relic

, etc. Work with DevOps to define CI/CD pipelines and deploy

containerized microservices

(Docker/Kubernetes, AWS ECS, etc.) Collaborate with frontend teams (React) to ensure seamless integration Lead technical discussions, code reviews, and mentor junior developers

Required Skills:

Strong proficiency in

Node.js and Express.js

Solid experience with

MongoDB: schema design, indexing, aggregation

Deep understanding of

asynchronous programming

and

JavaScript ES6+

Experience building

RESTful or GraphQL APIs

Familiarity with

Git, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines

Hands-on experience with

middleware architecture, request handling, and API security

Comfortable working with Agile methodologies and version control systems
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?450,000.00 - ?750,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off
Location Type:

In-person
Schedule:

Day shift
Work Location: In person