Node.js Developer - Leading UAE Bank

GSSTech Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Node.js Developer to design and develop scalable RESTful APIs for a major financial institution's digital banking platform. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in Node.js and JavaScript, with strong skills in API design and microservices. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative Agile environment and is part of a significant digital transformation initiative.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on backend development experience in Node.js & JavaScript.
• At least 1 year of experience with TypeScript.
• Proficient with API design and microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs using Node.js.
• Work hands-on with GraphQL for real-time API consumption.
• Integrate with API gateways and SSO/token-based authentication mechanisms.
• Implement containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.

Skills

Node.js

JavaScript

TypeScript

GraphQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

API design

microservices architecture

Education

Degree or postgrad in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Are you a backend developer who thrives on building scalable services, working with cloud-native architectures, and solving complex technical problems? We’re looking for a Senior Node.js Developer to work on cutting-edge digital banking platforms for one of the largest financial institutions in the UAE.

Why Join Us?
This role is part of a long-term digital transformation initiative that impacts millions of users. You’ll be working in a collaborative Agile environment, delivering mission-critical services with a team that values performance, quality, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs using Node.js
• Work hands-on with GraphQL for real-time and flexible API consumption
• Integrate with API gateways (e.g., 3Scale) and SSO/token-based authentication mechanisms
• Implement containerization using Docker and Kubernetes, optimizing for cloud environments
• Manage task/message queues (e.g., Kafka, AWS SQS, Azure Queues) for async processing
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure seamless delivery
• Participate in performance tuning, monitoring, and debugging in distributed systems
• Contribute to CI/CD processes and deployment automation pipelines
• Ensure best practices in coding, testing, security, and documentation
• Research and benchmark new technologies to maintain competitive edge

Required Qualifications:

• Degree or postgrad in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on backend development experience in Node.js & JavaScript
• At least 1 year of experience with TypeScript
• Proficient with API design, microservices architecture, and database integration
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and sprint-based delivery

Preferred Experience:

• Exposure to banking, fintech, or high-compliance enterprise environments
• Understanding of regulatory and data security standards in financial services
• Experience working in a DevOps culture with continuous integration and cloud infrastructure

Soft Skills & Traits:

• Technically sound with the ability to influence architectural decisions
• Proactive, self-driven, and takes ownership end-to-end
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders