Backend Developer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Backend Developer in Irving, TX.

Summary:
The Backend Developer is responsible for design, implementation and on-going enhancements of digital products and enhancing the digital experience. The Developer must have a strong and continuously evolving technical mastery of RESTful API development focused on Node.js. This includes hands-on programming, participating in design sessions, code reviews, system testing during various phases of development, follow best industry practices and publish API documentations.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:
* Backend Developer will design APIs, develop shippable code, documentation and unit test new features for digital products
* Works with fellow API Developers, Team Leads, Architects to deliver features through the creation of re-usable RESTful APIs
* Collaborate with Quality, Product and Cloud Engineering teams to keep digital assets fully functional, secure and up to date with business needs
* As a Backend Developer, you will perform pair programming, effectively communicate ideas with the team, assist in systems integration, performance testing and product releases
* Implement policies, roles, data access controls, monitoring events, resolve system and data issues for continuous functioning of APIs

REQUIREMENTS:
* Must have 8+ years of API/Server-side development experience (Programmer, Backend Services developers, Middleware developers, JavaScript (must), NodeJS, Java (Must), C#, Backend Services Developer, AWS, Lambda, ECS, Serverless, MongoDB, Document Storage modeling, RDBMS Storage modeling)
* Must have 4 years of experience in cloud platforms (preferable AWS: both traditional EC2 and serverless Lambda), developing micro-services, CI/CD solutions (including Docker), message queue systems and background task management
* Must have 4 years of experience in developing NoSQL databases, designing data models and be proficient in querying document stores (preferably MongoDB)
* Experience working with API Gateway, CDNs, API Performance testing, CI/CD pipelines and monitoring tools
* Knowledge in API security frameworks, token management and user access control including OAuth, JWT, OpenAPI, etc.
* Must demonstrate strong programming skills in JavaScript and Java
* Self-directed with a start-up/entrepreneur mindset
* Ravenous about learning technology and problem solving
* Strong writing and communication skills
* Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum environment

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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