Back-end Developer, Node.js

Description

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Node.js, TypeScript, and the NestJS framework.

• Architect and optimize PostgreSQL databases, including schema design, query optimization, and data migrations.

• Build and integrate REST and SOAP APIs for internal and external services.

• Collaborate with front-end teams, DevOps engineers, and product owners to define and deliver scalable solutions.

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code with a focus on reliability and performance.

• Monitor and troubleshoot application performance and production issues.

• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and CI/CD pipeline improvements.

• Work remotely with US-based team members and clients; overlap hours to end at ~7pm local time.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional backend development experience.

• Strong proficiency in Node.js, Javascript and TypeScript.

• Hands-on experience with NestJS or similar frameworks (e.g., Express, Koa).

• Solid understanding of PostgreSQL database design, optimization, and query tuning.

• Proven experience building and consuming REST and SOAP APIs.

• Familiarity with Git, Agile/Scrum workflows, and code review processes.

• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Mocha, Supertest). (preferred)

• Experience with performance monitoring and logging tools. (preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience. (preferred)

• Good English communication skills.

Benefits

• Long term contract (hourly or monthly fixed-price)

• 100% remote

• Flexible hours (typical day ending at 7pm local time)

• Opportunity to grow career in a high-growth US-based company

• Great Place to Work Certified Badge

• Open to qualified candidates worldwide

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