Senior Backend Engineer - Node.js & AWS (Remote)

Quik Hire Staffing; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Quik Hire Staffing is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable Node.js services in a cloud-native environment. You will work on a high-traffic platform and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver low-latency solutions.

The role emphasizes RESTful and GraphQL APIs, AWS services, and modern CI/CD practices. This is a full-time remote position, suitable for candidates who thrive in distributed teams and autonomous work.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of experience with Node.js backend development.
• Strong proficiency in AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, and CloudFormation.
• Experience with RESTful and GraphQL API design and implementation.
• Familiarity with Docker and orchestration (Kubernetes or ECS).
• Knowledge of PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDB databases.
• Experience with automated testing (unit, integration, and end-to-end).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, distributed team environment.

Aufgaben

• Design, build, and deploy Node.js-based microservices using AWS services.
• Optimize backend systems for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Implement RESTful and GraphQL APIs with a focus on security and efficiency.
• Lead architectural decisions for cloud infrastructure, including EC2, Lambda, and RDS.
• Monitor system health, debug issues, and implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.

Kenntnisse

Node.js

RESTful API design

GraphQL API design

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud-native systems

Independent remote work

Tools

AWS (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS)

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

DynamoDB

Terraform

Jobbeschreibung

• Location: Remote (Work from Anywhere)

Role Overview

We are hiring for one of our clients, seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js, AWS) to work on a full-time basis. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services for a high-traffic platform. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, low-latency solutions in a cloud-native environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy Node.js-based microservices using AWS services.
• Optimize backend systems for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Implement RESTful and GraphQL APIs with a focus on security and efficiency.
• Lead architectural decisions for cloud infrastructure, including EC2, Lambda, and RDS.
• Monitor system health, debug issues, and implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with Node.js backend development.
• Strong proficiency in AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, and CloudFormation.
• Experience with RESTful and GraphQL API design and implementation.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes or ECS).
• Knowledge of databases, including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDB.
• Experience with automated testing (unit, integration, and end-to-end).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, distributed team environment.

More About the Opportunity

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a global leader in the Technology, Information and Internet industry, contributing to the development of a platform serving millions of users worldwide. The contract includes competitive compensation and flexibility to work from anywhere.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We hire based on skills and expertise. All qualified candidates are welcome regardless of background, experience, or prior employment history. Applications are reviewed solely on demonstrated technical ability and qualifications.