Node.js Developer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Armonk, NY that is seeking a Node.js Developer with strong TypeScript experience to build and support scalable backend services on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. This role will focus on designing and developing APIs and event-driven services that integrate with Apache Kafka for real-time data processing and system communication. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in modern CI/CD environments, writing clean and testable code, and collaborating across product, engineering, and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities:
* Design, develop, and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs using Node.js and TypeScript
* Build reusable modules and service components with a focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability
* Write unit tests and participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables
* Develop producers/consumers and service integrations leveraging Apache Kafka
* Support message processing workflows, error handling, retries, and operational visibility for Kafka-driven services
* Build and deploy services on Azure, following cloud-native design patterns and security best practices
* Collaborate with DevOps/Platform teams to support deployment automation, environment configuration, and operational stability
* Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows (branching, pull requests, code reviews)
* Troubleshoot production issues by analyzing logs/metrics, identifying root causes, and implementing long-term fixes
* Improve monitoring and operational readiness through dashboards, alerts, and runbooks (general best practice-tailorable to your environment)
* Work closely with stakeholders to refine requirements, estimate work, and deliver iteratively in an Agile environment
* Communicate progress, risks, and dependencies clearly with the broader delivery team

REQUIREMENTS:
* Strong backend development experience with Node.js and TypeScript
* Hands-on experience building and integrating event-driven services using Apache Kafka
* Experience deploying and running services on Microsoft Azure
* Solid understanding of API design, distributed system fundamentals, and production troubleshooting
* Proficiency with Git-based development workflows and collaborative engineering practices

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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