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This listing scored 54/100, which is a D. It lost the most ground on pay transparency.
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$130k – $188k
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Developer Mid level Full Time
We are seeking a talented Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a crucial member of our backend development team, you will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our Node.JS based backend infrastructure. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement new features, optimize performance, and ensure the scalability and reliability of our platform. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer who is passionate about building robust and scalable backend solutions for high-traffic applications.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.JS, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Optimize database queries and data storage to improve overall system performance and efficiency.
- Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Troubleshoot and debug issues, providing timely resolutions to ensure minimal downtime and optimal user experience.
- Continuously monitor system health and performance, proactively identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following coding standards and best practices.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, incorporating relevant advancements into our technology stack and development processes.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 2+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a focus on Node.JS and Typescript.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript and experience with modern frameworks/libraries such as Express.js.
- Solid understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and experience with database design, optimization, and querying.
- Familiarity with Firebase or similar cloud-based services for real-time data synchronization and authentication.
- Experience with scalable and distributed systems, microservices architecture, and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
- Knowledge of RESTful APIs and other web service architectures.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex issues in a timely manner.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Originally posted on Himalayas
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- 02 Oct 2026 Himalayas first sighting
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