Senior Cloud Backend Developer

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Backend Software Engineer to join our team. As a Backend Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance server-side applications using Node.js and frameworks such as Express.js or Hapi.js.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain scalable, high-performance server-side applications using Node.js and frameworks such as Express.js or Hapi.js.
• Build and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs to support frontend systems and external service integrations.
• Implement real-time communication features using WebSockets.
• Optimize backend services for scalability, performance, and security.
• Design and manage data storage with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or similar databases.
• Apply asynchronous programming, event-driven architecture, and non-blocking I/O for efficient backend operations.
• Write clean, maintainable code and perform regular refactoring and debugging tasks.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to ensure smooth integration and API consumption.
• Develop cloud-native microservices and serverless applications using platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for seamless deployment and release automation.
• Understand deployment strategies and support infrastructure integration for full-stack applications.
• Implement and maintain user-facing features using React.js, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Integrate frontend components with APIs and ensure compatibility across devices and browsers.
• Participate in frontend defect resolution and cross-functional development efforts.
• Work with product managers, designers, and engineers across disciplines to define, design, and ship features.
• Participate in code reviews, contributing backend expertise and ensuring best practices are followed.
• Support production systems by monitoring logs, resolving incidents, and troubleshooting issues across layers.

Requirements:

• Experience with backend programming in Java/Python, and Node.js(backend frameworks like Express JS, Hapi JS etc.).
• Strong understanding of API design (REST & GraphQL) and real-time data flow using WebSockets.
• Proficient in MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or similar databases, including schema design and query optimization.
• Experience with asynchronous programming, event-driven systems, and performance tuning.
• Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, preferably in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Hands-on experience implementing CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions or equivalent tools.
• Familiarity with containerization and deployment workflows.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills across backend systems.
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, SDLC, and Agile methodologies.
• Ability to write clear, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Proficient in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3.
• Experience with one modern frontend framework: React.js, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Understanding of integrating frontend UIs with backend APIs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of accessibility best practices and WCAG 2.2 standards.
• Experience with design systems like Material UI or Ant Design.
• Familiarity with Core Web Vitals and frontend performance optimization techniques.
• Hands-on experience with responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
• Experience with frontend testing tools such as Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Familiarity with modern frontend build tools like Webpack, Vite, Babel, and ESLint.
• Exposure to GraphQL server implementations.
• Experience with monorepo tools like Nx, Turborepo.
• Contributions to open-source projects or developer communities.
• Leverage AI tools like GitHub Copilot to accelerate development workflows, improve code quality, and reduce boilerplate.
• Demonstrate proficiency in prompt engineering to effectively guide AI tools in generating optimal and context-aware code solutions.
• Use AI-assisted pair programming to support rapid prototyping, test case generation, and debugging.
• Stay informed about the evolving landscape of AI-powered development tools and integrate best practices into day-to-day engineering work.
• Encourage and mentor team members on responsible and secure use of AI in the software development lifecycle.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across backend, frontend, DevOps, and product teams.
• A high degree of intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.