Were seeking a Senior Node.js Developer to be part of our dynamic backend engineering team at Wits Innovation Lab. Youll work on designing and implementing scalable server-side applications, integrating APIs, and contributing to production-ready solutions. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, building reliable systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in a product-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities :

- Develop, test, and maintain high-performance backend services using Node.js

- Build and secure RESTful APIs for large-scale applications

- Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, DevOps, and product teams to deliver complete features

- Debug, troubleshoot, and enhance application performance

- Contribute to team knowledge sharing and maintain high code quality through code reviews

Skills & Experience Required :

- 5+ years of hands-on experience in backend development with Node.js

- Strong knowledge of microservices architecture and backend design patterns

- Proficient in TypeScript for developing scalable and type-safe applications

- Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases

- Familiarity with REST API best practices, Git, and CI/CD pipelines

- Strong analytical thinking, debugging abilities, and effective communication skills

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