Node Js Developer

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Node.JS Developer with strong expertise in Node.js, AWS, PostgreSQL, and Kafka to build and optimize server-side applications. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of backend technologies, cloud computing platforms (specifically AWS), and relational databases. Familiarity with Python is a good to have. This is a hands-on role that requires solid problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic development team.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications and APIs using Node.js.
• Implement solutions and services on AWS, including EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, and more.
• Develop and manage PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high performance, security, and scalability.
• Implement Kafka for real-time data streaming, ensuring efficient and scalable messaging systems.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, designers, and product managers to deliver seamless and scalable products.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while following best practices and coding standards.
• Ensure the backend services are highly available, fault-tolerant, and performant.
• Perform regular database optimization, query tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the development processes and practices.
• Monitor and troubleshoot system performance, scalability, and reliability issues.
• Keep up to date with the latest industry trends and technology advancements.

Required Skills:

• 6+ years of experience in backend development, with a strong focus on Node.js.
• Proven experience with AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.) for deploying and managing cloud-based applications.
• Expertise in PostgreSQL (or similar relational databases), including writing optimized queries, performance tuning, and managing large datasets.
• Strong experience with Apache Kafka for building real-time data streaming systems and handling large volumes of data.
• Strong experience with RESTful API development and microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of version control using Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Good to Have:

• Python knowledge for scripting and automation tasks.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and related tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.