Backend Node.js Developer - REST APIs & WebSockets

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain server-side applications using Node.js.

• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and backend services.

• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing components.

• Develop real-time communication features using Socket.io.

• Optimize application performance, scalability, and database efficiency.

• Write clean, reusable, and well-documented code.

• Implement security and data protection best practices.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve technical issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science,

Software Engineering (mandatory)

• 2–3 years of experience in Node.js development.

• Strong knowledge of JavaScript, Node.js, and Express.js.

• Experience with React.js and/or Next.js.

• Experience with Socket.io or WebSocket-based applications.

• Familiarity with REST APIs and database technologies (MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL).

• Understanding of Git and software development best practices.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with TypeScript.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

• Familiarity with Docker and CI/CD pipelines.

Preferred

• Experience with TypeScript.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with Docker and CI/CD pipelines.

Technical skills

• JavaScript, Node.js, and Express.js
• React.js and/or Next.js
• Socket.io and WebSockets (real-time communication)
• REST API development
• MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
• Git
• TypeScript, AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, and CI/CD (preferred)

Soft skills

• Collaboration with front-end developers
• Troubleshooting and problem solving
• Writing clean, well-documented code
• Attention to security and performance