Role: Backend Developer Node.js / Node-RED/Technical Lead
Location: Atlanta,GA
Duration: Fulltime
About the Role
We are looking for two experienced Backend Developers to join our team and contribute to the development of industrial and logistics software solutions in a highly technical environment.
The role is primarily focused on backend development using Node.js and Node-RED, with strong interaction with REST APIs, PostgreSQL databases, and industrial communication protocols.
You will work on the development of software features, API integrations, and communication layers between applications, databases, and industrial machinery within a collaborative Agile environment.
Position Overview
Role: Backend Developer Node.js / Node-RED
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (minimum 6 years of total experience)
Technical Environment
Core Stack, JavaScript, Node.js, Node-RED, PostgreSQL, REST APIs
Additional Technologies
Vue.js (nice to have)
HTML / CSS / JavaScript (frontend exposure is a plus)
GitLab
Integration testing frameworks
Networking & Protocols
Knowledge of networking concepts and industrial communication protocols is appreciated:
TCP/IP
OPC-UA
Industrial communication interfaces
Key Responsibilities
Backend Development (Main Focus ~80%)
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Node.js and Node-RED
- Build and enhance RESTful APIs and integration layers
- Interface software solutions with SQL databases and industrial machinery
- Develop scalable and maintainable backend features
- Participate in architecture discussions and technical design
- Ensure code quality through reviews and testing practices
- Push, maintain, and review code using GitLab
Integration & Testing
- Develop and execute integration tests
- Troubleshoot backend and communication issues
- Validate interactions between APIs, databases, and connected systems
- Support deployment and debugging activities when required
Collaboration
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, project managers, and client stakeholders
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and technical discussions
- Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes
Required Skills
Must-Have
Minimum 6 years of software development experience
Strong experience with:
JavaScript
Node.js
RESTful APIs
PostgreSQL / SQL databases
Experience with Node-RED or willingness to quickly ramp up
Good understanding of backend architecture and API integrations
Experience with integration testing
Familiarity with Git/GitLab workflows
Nice-to-Have
Vue.js experience
Frontend development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Networking fundamentals
Knowledge of industrial protocols such as OPC-UA or TCP/IP
Exposure to WMS, logistics, supply chain, or industrial environments
Candidate Profile
We are looking for strong technical profiles with solid backend expertise and a problem-solving mindset.
Prior experience in WMS or Supply Chain is not mandatory candidates with strong technical fundamentals and integration experience will be able to ramp up quickly on the business domain.
The ideal candidate is:
Autonomous and solution-oriented
Comfortable in technical and industrial environments
Able to work in a collaborative and fast-paced setting
Interested in backend systems, integrations, and industrial software ecosystems
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