MERN Stack Developer

Description :

Required Skills and Qualifications :

Candidates must possess the following essential skills and experience :

- Frontend Expertise (React.js)

- Expertise in React.js and its core principles, including React Hooks, component lifecycle, and state management (e.g., Redux, Context API).

- Strong proficiency in modern web technologies : HTML5, CSS3, and related styling libraries/frameworks (e.g., Styled Components, SASS/LESS).

- Ability to build responsive, user-friendly, and highly performant user interfaces.

- Backend Expertise (Node.js & Express.js)

- Solid knowledge of Node.js and Express.js for building scalable RESTful APIs and microservices.

- Experience with middleware, routing, authentication mechanisms (e.g., JWT), and integrating third-party services.

- Database & Full-Stack

- Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript.

- Proven experience with MongoDB (NoSQL database) and the Mongoose Object Data Modeling (ODM) library.

- Comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end development lifecycle using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js).

- Development Practices

- Familiarity with Git and standard version control practices (e.g., branching, merging, pull requests).

- Understanding and practical application of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

- Strong ability to write clean, maintainable, modular, and scalable code following best practices.

Key Roles & Responsibilities :

The MERN Stack Developer will be expected to :

- Develop and Implement : Design, develop, and deploy new features and functionality for high-traffic web applications across the full stack.

- API Development : Architect and build efficient and secure RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express.js to facilitate data exchange between the server and user interface.

- Database Management : Design and optimize database schemas (MongoDB) and manage data interactions efficiently using Mongoose.

- Code Quality : Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimize application for maximum speed and scalability.

- Collaboration : Participate in code reviews, stand-up meetings, and technical discussions to ensure high-quality software delivery.

- Troubleshooting : Identify, diagnose, and resolve production and non-production issues related to the application stack.