Backend Engineer - Node.js

Description :

Key Responsibilities :

- Backend Development : Design and implement efficient, testable, and reusable code using Node.js and JavaScript.

- Serverless Architecture : Develop and maintain scalable cloud-native applications using AWS Lambda.

- API Management : Design and build robust RESTful APIs ensuring high performance and security.

- Infrastructure as Code : Utilize AWS CloudFormation to provision and manage cloud resources.

- DevOps & Automation : Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitLab Actions to ensure seamless integration and delivery.

- Optimization : Implement caching strategies to enhance application performance and reduce latency.

- Collaboration : Participate in code reviews, technical documentation, and architectural discussions.

Technical Requirements :

Must-Have Skills :

- Node.js & JavaScript : Expert-level proficiency in Node.js and modern JavaScript (ES6+).

- AWS Lambda : Proven experience in building and deploying serverless functions.

- RESTful APIs : Deep understanding of REST API design principles and best practices.

- AWS CloudFormation : Experience managing infrastructure using CloudFormation templates.

- CI/CD : Hands-on experience with GitLab Actions and creating automated deployment pipelines.

- Caching Practices : Solid understanding of common caching strategies (e.g., Redis, Memcached, or CDN caching) to optimize data retrieval.

Nice-to-Have (Preferred) Skills :

- GraphQL : Experience with GraphQL Schema design.

- AWS AppSync : Proficiency in AppSync, including :

a. Writing resolvers (VTL or JavaScript).

b. Implementing pipeline resolvers and directives.

c. Configuring AppSync caching.

Advanced authorization using Lambda authorizers.

- Observability : Experience with AWS X-Ray for tracing and CloudWatch for monitoring/logging.