TCJ2434

Zohorecruit; Dubai; On-site; AED 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

tech carrot, headquartered in Dubai, seeks a senior backend engineer to design, develop, and operate scalable microservices using Node.js and TypeScript. You will publish and secure APIs with APIM, deploy on AKS, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 6–8 years of hands-on experience, strong API security knowledge, and practical Azure expertise. Expect workload that emphasizes reliability, observability, and scalable cloud-native solutions.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of hands-on backend development experience with Node.js and TypeScript.
• Experience building and operating microservices and REST APIs in production.
• Practical exposure to Azure, AKS, and Azure API Management.
• Good understanding of Docker, Kubernetes basics, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to work independently on features and contribute to designdiscussions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Build API-first solutions using REST standards and OpenAPI specifications.
• Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications on Azure KubernetesService (AKS).
• Publish, secure, and manage APIs using Azure API Management (APIM).
• Integrate backend services with internal and external systems using synchronous and asynchronous patterns.
• Implement authentication and authorization using OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and Azure AD.
• Ensure high code quality through testing, reviews, and CI/CD automation.
• Implement logging, monitoring, and tracing using Azure Monitor and Application Insights.
• Collaborate with product, QA, DevOps, and architecture teams.

Skills

Node.js & TypeScript

Microservices design

RESTful APIs

Azure cloud services

Docker & Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

SQL/NoSQL databases

API security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Node.js

TypeScript

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

OpenAPI

AKS

API Management

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/09/2026

tech carrot is a leading global ITservice provider and partner in digital transformation offering cost-effective,customer-centric, and cutting-edge digital solutions to clients worldwide.

founded in 2016, tech carrot isheadquartered in Dubai, UAE. Being a people-oriented organization with aphilosophy of \"We care\" as our core DNA, tech carrot continuallyfocuses on new initiatives and strategies to increase overall employeeexperience by providing a plethora of platforms to drive employee development,overall efficiency, increase overall employee satisfaction. With over 200+technology specialists who are engaged and motivated we are growing at 20% a year-on-year since inception.

We offer cutting-edge services across multipleindustries and deliver seamless customer experiences, ensuring high value andrapid growth for our clients. tech carrot has earned wide recognition as areliable partner for organizations across the globe because of its professionalapproach and strong delivery capabilities. The Middle East and Africa arehandled by UAE operations, while APAC is handled by India operations. We havealso expanded in the USA and the Netherlands as well.

Office Location

Dubai

Job Description

• Design, develop, and maintain scalablemicroservices using Node.js and TypeScript.
  
• Build API-first solutions using REST standards and OpenAPI specifications.
  
• Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications on Azure KubernetesService (AKS).
  
• Publish, secure, and manage APIs using Azure API Management (APIM).
  
• Integrate backend services with internal and external systems usingsynchronous and asynchronous patterns.
  
• Implement authentication and authorization using OAuth2, OpenID Connect, andAzure AD.
  
• Ensure high code quality through testing, reviews, and CI/CD automation.
  
• Implement logging, monitoring, and tracing using Azure Monitor andApplication Insights.
  
• Collaborate with product, QA, DevOps, and architecture teams.
  

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Node.js andTypeScript for backend development.
• Experience designing and building microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Hands-on experience with Azure services, especially AKS, API Management, andKey Vault.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes concepts.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
• Understanding of API security best practices and OWASP guidelines.

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Experience with NextJS or similar Node.jsframeworks.
• Event-driven architectures using Azure Service Bus or Event Hubs.
• Knowledge of OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, or Grafana.
• Experience with performance tuning and scalability in cloud environments.

Education

Bachelor’s degree inComputer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Experience Requirements

• 6–8 years of hands-on backend developmentexperience with Node.js and TypeScript.
• Experience building and operating microservices and REST APIs in production.
• Practical exposure to Azure, AKS, and Azure API Management.
• Good understanding of Docker, Kubernetes basics, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to work independently on features and contribute to designdiscussions.