Senior Backend Engineer - Node.js/NestJS

Description :

Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and services using NestJS, hosted on AWS.

- Build and optimise secure, high-performance APIs to support front-end and mobile applications.

- Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.

- Implement and manage relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL, ensuring efficient schema design and migrations.

- Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable code and adherence to best practices.

- Optimise system performance, scalability, and reliability through comprehensive testing and monitoring.

- Utilise containerization technologies like Docker and infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform.

- Stay updated on industry trends to recommend improvements to the backend technology stack.

- Mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.

Requirements :

- 5+ years of experience in backend development with a focus on scalable systems.

- Strong proficiency in NodeJS and NestJS for building modern, maintainable APIs.

- Hands-on experience with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL, and schema management.

- Proficiency in AWS cloud services and deploying scalable applications.

- Solid understanding of API design, REST principles, and system performance optimisation.

- Experience with containerization (Docker) and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform).

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

- BS in Computer Science or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus.

- Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

- Familiarity with microservices architectures and event-driven systems.

- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.

- Knowledge of front-end frameworks like React for full-stack contributions.

- Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies.