MERN Stack Developer - Node.js/React.js

Job Summary :

Key Responsibilities :

- Develop robust and scalable APIs using Node.js and Express.js.

- Build responsive and interactive user interfaces with React.js.

- Manage and optimize MongoDB databases, including schema design and query optimization.

- Integrate third-party APIs and services as needed.

- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.

- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to understand

requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

- Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure application quality and

performance.

- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring smooth operation of applications.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest MERN stack technologies, trends, and best practices.

- Contribute to the overall architecture and technical strategy of our products.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

- 3-5 years of professional experience developing full-stack applications with the MERN stack.

- Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.

- Extensive experience with React.js and its ecosystem (e.g., Redux, Context API, React Router,

Hooks).

- Solid understanding of Node.js and Express.js for building RESTful APIs.

- Proficiency in MongoDB, including Mongoose ODM, aggregation framework, and performance tuning.

- Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.

- Familiarity with front-end build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).

- Understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms (e.g., JWT, OAuth).

- Knowledge of unit testing and integration testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library,

Mocha, Chai).

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an agile development environment.

- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills (Bonus Points) :

- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

- Knowledge of Docker and containerization.

- Experience with CI/CD pipelines.

- Understanding of microservices architecture.

- Familiarity with other front-end frameworks like Next.js