Mern Stack Developer

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Backend-Heavy MERN Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a strong focus on backend development , database management, API integrations, and performance optimization. While frontend expertise is beneficial, the primary responsibility will be backend-heavy tasks. The candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in Node.js along with proficiency in React and JavaScript.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure backend applications using Node.js and Express.
• Design and optimize database schemas, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval using MongoDB (or other NoSQL databases) .
• Create, manage, and optimize RESTful and GraphQL APIs .
• Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms, including JWT, OAuth, and role-based access control .
• Ensure application security, performance, and scalability.
• Optimize backend services to support high-traffic applications and improve response times.
• Conduct peer code reviews and enforce coding best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend issues efficiently.
• Work on server-side rendering (SSR) and SEO-friendly solutions when necessary.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to ensure seamless API integration.
• Maintain and document backend processes, workflows, and standards.

Preferred Skills & Expertise:

• Proficiency in backend development with Node.js and Express.js.
• Strong database design and management skills (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL).Expertise in designing and implementing RESTful and GraphQL APIs .
• Experience in server-side caching , optimization techniques, and scaling backend applications.
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript (ES6+) , including concepts such as closures, async/await, and event-driven programming.
• Familiarity with frontend technologies, primarily React.js , with some experience in state management libraries such as Redux.
• Strong grasp of authentication, authorization, and security best practices .
• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and CI/CD pipelines .
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized applications is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for performance optimization.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.