Senior Backend Engineer - Node.js & AWS (Remote)
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About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with Node.js and AWS expertise for a contract role. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services for a high-traffic platform.
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Responsibilities
- Design, build, and deploy Node.js based microservices using AWS services
- Optimize backend systems for performance, scalability, and reliability
- Implement RESTful and GraphQL APIs with a focus on security and efficiency
- Lead architectural decisions for cloud infrastructure, including EC2, Lambda, and RDS
- Monitor system health, debug issues, and implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience with Node.js backend development
- Strong proficiency in AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, and CloudFormation
- Experience with RESTful and GraphQL API design and implementation
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes or ECS)
- Knowledge of databases, including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDB
- Experience with automated testing (unit, integration, and end to end)
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform
- Ability to work independently in a remote, distributed team environment
Full Job Posting
Role Overview
- We are hiring for one of our clients, seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js, AWS) to work on a contract basis.
- The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services for a high traffic platform.
- You will collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver efficient, low latency solutions in a cloud native environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and deploy Node.js based microservices using AWS services.
- Optimize backend systems for performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Implement RESTful and GraphQL APIs with a focus on security and efficiency.
- Lead architectural decisions for cloud infrastructure, including EC2, Lambda, and RDS.
- Monitor system health, debug issues, and implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience with Node.js backend development.
- Strong proficiency in AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, and CloudFormation.
- Experience with RESTful and GraphQL API design and implementation.
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes or ECS).
- Knowledge of databases, including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDB.
- Experience with automated testing (unit, integration, and end to end).
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform.
- Ability to work independently in a remote, distributed team environment.
More About the Opportunity
- This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a global leader in the Technology, Information and Internet industry.
- Contributing to the development of a platform serving millions of users worldwide.
- The contract includes competitive compensation and flexibility to work from anywhere.
Equal Opportunity Employer
- We hire based on skills and expertise.
- All qualified candidates are welcome regardless of background, experience, or prior employment history.
- Applications are reviewed solely on demonstrated technical ability and qualifications.
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