Senior Backend Developer: Node.js & NestJS Expert

Maaloomatiia Academy; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Maaloomatiia Academy is seeking a Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable backend services. You will work primarily with Node.js and NestJS, integrating with .NET where needed, and collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and business teams to deliver secure, high-quality software solutions.

The role requires strong API design skills, database expertise, and a focus on performance and security. UAE-based on-site work is expected with modern tooling and CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in backend development with Node.js and NestJS.
• Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and backend architecture.
• Experience with frontend integration from a backend perspective.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js/NestJS.
• Build scalable server-side architectures and robust modular design.
• Ensure secure, documented, and versioned APIs (REST/GraphQL).
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and stakeholders to deliver solutions.

Skills

Node.js

NestJS

REST APIs

GraphQL

Asynchronous programming

Frontend integration (React)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

CI/CD (Azure DevOps/GitHub)

SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server)

Job description

Maaloomatiia Academy is seeking a Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable backend services. You will work primarily with Node.js and NestJS, integrating with .NET where needed, and collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and business teams to deliver secure, high-quality software solutions.

The role requires strong API design skills, database expertise, and a focus on performance and security. UAE-based on-site work is expected with modern tooling and CI/CD practices.