Mernstackdeveloper

Ment Tech Labs Pvt. Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior MERN Stack Developer with over 5 years of experience in web application development using the MERN stack. The ideal candidate will lead a team, handle server-side logic, and manage deployments in cloud environments. Strong proficiency in MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js, and problem-solving skills are crucial. This role provides an opportunity to work on innovative projects while mentoring junior developers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working as a MERN Stack Developer.
• Strong proficiency in MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js.
• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and WebSocket for real-time communication.
• Experience with front-end frameworks like React and state management libraries.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of web applications using the MERN stack.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable web applications.
• Mentor junior developers and guide them in maintaining code quality.
• Deploy and maintain applications in a cloud environment.

Skills

MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js)

Problem-solving

Team leadership

RESTful APIs

GraphQL

Database design

Version control systems (Git)

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

NestJs

NextJs

Docker

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior MERN Stack Developer with over 5 years of hands‑on experience in developing robust web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js). The ideal candidate should have excellent logical and problem‑solving abilities, a strong understanding of web development principles, and the capability to work independently while also managing a team of developers.

You will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable and high-performance applications. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges and leading a team to success.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including frontend and backend developers, to design and implement scalable and secure web applications.
• Architect and develop new features, ensuring high performance, security, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application‑related issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.
• Mentor junior developers and guide them in writing clean, maintainable code.
• Contribute to code reviews and maintain high‑quality standards.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest development trends and technologies to bring innovative ideas into the product.
• Collaborate with the design and product teams to transform business requirements into technical solutions.
• Lead and actively contribute to daily stand‑ups, sprint planning, and other agile ceremonies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience working as a MERN Stack Developer.
• Strong proficiency in MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js.
• Sound knowledge and experience in NestJs and NextJs.
• Hands‑on experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and WebSocket for real‑time communication.
• Experience with front‑end frameworks like React and state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Context API).
• Strong experience in database design and management with MongoDB or other NoSQL/SQL databases.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and GitHub/GitLab.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to debug and resolve complex issues.
• Experience in deploying and maintaining applications in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks, as well as guide a team of developers to achieve project goals.
• Prior experience working in Agile or Scrum methodologies is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Docker.
• Familiarity with Unit Testing and Test‑Driven Development (TDD).
• Experience with TypeScript or Next.js for server‑side rendering.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices or deployment automation.
• Experience with cloud‑native technologies (AWS Lambda, EC2, S3, etc.).