Backend Engineer

Employment: Full-Time We are seeking a talented Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a crucial member of our backend development team, you will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our Node.JS based backend infrastructure. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement new features, optimize performance, and ensure the scalability and reliability of our platform. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer who is passionate about building robust and scalable backend solutions for high-traffic applications. Responsibilities: Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.JS, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability. Optimize database queries and data storage to improve overall system performance and efficiency. Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards. Troubleshoot and debug issues, providing timely resolutions to ensure minimal downtime and optimal user experience. Continuously monitor system health and performance, proactively identifying areas for improvement and optimization. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following coding standards and best practices. Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, incorporating relevant advancements into our technology stack and development processes. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 2+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a focus on Node.JS and Typescript. Strong proficiency in JavaScript and experience with modern frameworks/libraries such as Express.js. Solid understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and experience with database design, optimization, and querying. Familiarity with Firebase or similar cloud-based services for real-time data synchronization and authentication. Experience with scalable and distributed systems, microservices architecture, and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus. Knowledge of RESTful APIs and other web service architectures. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex issues in a timely manner. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. <div