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Node.js Lead Developer
Mountain View, CA
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Node.js Lead to guide our development team. In this role, you will be a key player in shaping the technical direction of our Node.js projects, mentoring team members, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions. You'll be responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of our backend services and APIs, ensuring they are robust, efficient, and reliable.
Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor a team of Node.js developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
Architect and design scalable and maintainable backend systems using Node.js.
Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from gathering requirements to deployment and maintenance.
Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineering teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.
Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and security.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues and performance bottlenecks.
Stay current with the latest Node.js technologies, frameworks, and industry trends to drive innovation.
Requirements:
7+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Node.js.
Deep expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript and a solid understanding of asynchronous programming.
Proven experience designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices.
Extensive experience with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
A strong understanding of software design patterns and architectural principles.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring junior developers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Knowledge of serverless architectures (e.g., AWS Lambda, Azure Functions).
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD.
Experience with real-time technologies like WebSockets.