Node.js Backend Developer

Overview

On Site
$60,000 - $80,000
Full Time

Skills

JavaScript
Node.js Frameworks
RESTful APIs
PostgreSQL/NoSQL
Testing & Debugging
Security
AWS & GCP
Git
HTML/CSS
Microservices Architecture

Job Details

Technical Skills:
  • JavaScript Proficiency:
    A strong understanding of JavaScript fundamentals, including asynchronous programming (callbacks, Promises, async/await), ES6+ features, and error handling.
  • Node.js and Frameworks:
    Experience with the Node.js runtime environment and popular frameworks like Express.js for building web applications and APIs.
  • RESTful APIs:
    Ability to design, develop, and consume RESTful APIs, including understanding HTTP methods, status codes, and request/response structures.
  • Database Management:
    Knowledge of both SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases, including schema design, querying, and data modeling.
  • Testing and Debugging:
    Experience with testing frameworks (like Jest or Mocha) and debugging tools to ensure code quality and identify issues.
  • Security:
    Understanding of common web security vulnerabilities (e.g., XSS, CSRF, SQL injection) and how to mitigate them.
  • Cloud Platforms and DevOps:
    Familiarity with cloud platforms (like AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and containerization (Docker).
  • Version Control:
    Proficiency with Git for source code management and collaboration.
  • Problem-solving:
    Ability to analyze and solve complex technical challenges, including debugging, performance optimization, and architectural design.
  • Communication:
    Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members, explain technical concepts, and understand project requirements.
  • Time Management:
    Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet project deadlines.
  • Adaptability:
    Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing project requirements and development environments.
  • Teamwork:
    Ability to work effectively as part of a team, participate in code reviews, and contribute to a positive work environment.
Additional Considerations:
  • Front-end Technologies:
    While primarily focused on backend, a good Node.js developer should also have some understanding of front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, especially for integration purposes.
  • Microservices Architecture:
    Knowledge of microservices architecture and its implementation can be beneficial for building scalable and maintainable applications.
  • Real-time Communication:
    Experience with WebSockets for real-time communication can be valuable for certain applications.
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