Job Description

Job Summary


We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer with extensive experience in Java, Node.js, and AWS, including deep expertise in infrastructure-as-code using AWS CDK. The ideal candidate will lead the design and development of scalable backend services and modern frontend applications while leveraging cloud-native architectures. This role requires both strategic thinking and hands-on coding skills.


Key Responsibilities


Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable backend services using Java (Spring Boot) and Node.js.


Architect and implement modern, responsive front-end applications (React/Angular/Vue preferred).


Build and manage AWS cloud infrastructure using AWS CDK (TypeScript or Python).


Develop APIs (RESTful) and integrate third-party services.


Lead the adoption of CI/CD practices using tools such as CodePipeline, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.


Ensure application security, performance, and reliability in cloud environments.


Collaborate with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to define system requirements and technical solutions.


Conduct code reviews, provide mentorship to junior developers, and enforce best coding practices.


Troubleshoot production issues and drive root cause analysis.


Continuously improve processes, tools, and development methodologies.


Must-Have Skills


Backend


Java (Spring Boot, JPA/Hibernate)


Node.js (Express.js, NestJS or similar frameworks)


Frontend (any one or more)


React, Angular, or Vue.js


Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript


Cloud & Infrastructure


Strong hands-on experience with AWS services (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, ECS, S3, RDS, CloudWatch)


Proficient with AWS CDK for Infrastructure-as-Code (preferably in TypeScript or Python)


Deep understanding of cloud-native application design and serverless architecture


DevOps & CI/CD


Experience with CI/CD pipelines (CodePipeline, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)


Docker and containerization concepts


Infrastructure monitoring and logging (CloudWatch, Datadog, ELK, etc.)


Other Skills


Strong understanding of software architecture and system design principles


Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills


Strong communication and collaboration abilities




Preferred Qualifications


AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, Solutions Architect)


Experience with GraphQL


Familiarity with microservices and event-driven architecture (e.g., using SNS/SQS or Kafka)


Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies


Experience working in large-scale distributed systems


Educational Requirements


Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

About Virtusa

Teamwork, quality of life, professional and personal development: values that Virtusa is proud to embody. When you join us, you join a team of 27,000 people globally that cares about your growth -- one that seeks to provide you with exciting projects, opportunities and work with state of the art technologies throughout your career with us.



Great minds, great potential: it all comes together at Virtusa. We value collaboration and the team environment of our company, and seek to provide great minds with a dynamic place to nurture new ideas and foster excellence.



Virtusa was founded on principles of equal opportunity for all, and so does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.