Lead Node.js Engineer - Microservices Architecture

CANDIDATES FROM MUMBAI LOCATION SHALL ONLY APPLY

This role is open exclusively to candidates based in MUMBAI.

Applications from candidates requiring RELOCATION WILL NOT BE ENTERTAINED.

JOB LOCATION : POWAI, MUMBAI

Notice Period : Immediate to 30 days MAX (Urgent Requirement)

Education qualifications : ONLY B.E/ B.Tech/ M.E/ M.Tech/ MCA or equivalent (MANDATE)

Track Lead Node JS Development

Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Track Lead with 12+ years of Node JS development experience to lead our engineering efforts in building scalable and high performance API gateways and microservices for our eCommerce platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to mentor and manage a team of developers.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Technical Leadership :

- Design, develop, and optimize robust, scalable, and secure APIs and backend services using Node JS and related technologies.

- Architect solutions that ensure high performance, low latency, and scalability for the eCommerce platform.

- Establish and enforce best practices, coding standards, and design principles.

2. Team Management :

- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software developers to achieve project goals and deliverables.

- Conduct regular Scrum meetings, periodic performance reviews, and overall team-building activities.

- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

3. Project Oversight :

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and DevOps, to deliver end-to-end solutions.

- Plan, track, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.

- Identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and drive successful project outcomes.

4. Stakeholder Communication :

- Act as the technical point of contact for stakeholders to discuss project requirements, timelines, and progress.

- Prepare and present technical documentation and reports to senior management.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

1. Technical Expertise :

- 12+ years of experience in software development, with at least 8 years specializing in Node JS and related technologies.

- Deep understanding of Node.js frameworks (e.g., Express.js) and their ecosystem.

- Proficient in building RESTful APIs and working with API Gateways.

- Hands-on experience with microservices architecture, message queues (e.g.Pub-Sub, Kafka), and event-driven programming.

- Strong knowledge of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB).

- Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes).

Technical qualifications in the following areas :

- Node.js and Express.js for API development.

- MongoDB, Redis, and other NoSQL databases.

- Varnish, CDN and API Caching strategies.

- Strong focus on application security and secure coding practices.

- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Google Cloud, Azure).

2. Leadership and Team Management :

- Proven experience managing and mentoring development teams.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively lead and collaborate with a diverse team.

- Ability to resolve conflicts and maintain a productive team environment.

3. Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills :

- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.

- Strong analytical mindset to evaluate, prioritize, and optimize development efforts.

4. Tools and Methodologies :

- Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.

- Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies for project management.

5. Soft Skills :

- Strong presentation and communication skills.

- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive in driving tasks to completion.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience in eCommerce or similar high-traffic, data-intensive domains.

- Exposure to cloud platforms like Google Cloud, or Azure and Kubernetes.

- Familiarity with GraphQL, WebSockets, and real-time communication protocols.