Full Stack Developer (Node.js/TypeScript + React.js)

DeskDay, Inc.; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

DeskDay, Inc. is seeking a passionate Full Stack Developer (Node.js/TypeScript + React.js) to join our early engineering team in India. You will own modules across the stack, build scalable backend services, and deliver customer-centric features in a startup setting.

The role targets 3–5 years of experience, emphasizes autonomy, and balances technical excellence with business outcomes. You will collaborate closely with product and design teams to ship high-quality software fast.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and modern backend development.
• Frontend experience with React.js and TypeScript is essential.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and asynchronous programming.
• Experience with Git version control and code reviews.
• Practical experience with TDD and automated tests.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Build modern, responsive web applications with React.js and TypeScript.
• Own product modules from design to deployment and maintenance.
• Write clean, testable code and perform unit/integration testing.
• Practice TDD and ensure high code quality with tests.
• Collaborate with PMs, designers, and engineers to deliver features.
• Align engineering work with KPIs and business goals.
• Participate in architecture discussions and code reviews.
• Troubleshoot production issues and improve system reliability.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

React.js

REST APIs

Git

Test-Driven Development

Unit & Integration Testing

Databases (SQL/NoSQL)

System Design

Debugging & Troubleshooting

Independent Ownership

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD Pipelines

Job description

Full Stack Developer (Node.js/TypeScript + React.js)

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate Full Stack Developer who enjoys building high-quality software and solving real-world problems. As an early member of our engineering team, you’ll work across the stack, take ownership of key product modules, and contribute to building scalable, reliable systems that directly impact our customers.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment, enjoys autonomy, and is comfortable balancing technical excellence with business outcomes.

Role: Full Stack Developer

Experience: 3 to 5 years

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Build modern, responsive, and performant web applications using React.js and TypeScript.
• Take end-to-end ownership of product modules—from design and implementation to deployment and long-term maintenance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following engineering best practices.
• Practice Test-Driven Development (TDD) and ensure high code quality through comprehensive unit and integration testing.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver customer-centric features.
• Align technical decisions with business objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring engineering efforts drive measurable value.
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and continuously improve engineering practices and development workflows.
• Troubleshoot production issues and proactively improve system performance, reliability, and scalability.

Required Skills

• Strong experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and modern backend application development.
• Solid experience building frontend applications with React.js and TypeScript.
• Excellent understanding of REST APIs, asynchronous programming, and modern web application architecture.
• Extensive hands-on experience using Git for version control, including branching strategies, pull requests, code reviews, and conflict resolution.
• Strong practical experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently own, design, and deliver features with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Good to Have

• Experience with Python for backend services, automation, scripting, or AI/ML integrations.
• A working knowledge of AWS and Azure to effectively collaborate with our DevOps and SecOps teams during solution design, deployment, and operational planning.
• Strong working knowledge and hands-on experience in leveraging Agentic AI securely and responsibly to accelerate software development, enhance developer productivity, and strengthen the Test-Driven Development (TDD) process, while ensuring code quality, reliability, and maintainability.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software delivery practices.
• Exposure to microservices architecture and event-driven systems.
• Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment.

What We’re Looking For

• An ownership mindset—you don’t just write code; you own the outcome.
• Someone who understands that technology exists to solve business problems, not just technical challenges.
• An engineer who can align technical decisions with business KPIs and deliver measurable customer and business value.
• A builder who enjoys moving fast without compromising engineering quality.
• A collaborative team player who values continuous learning, feedback, and mentoring others.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to build products from the ground up and make a meaningful impact
• High ownership with minimal bureaucracy.
• Work alongside a talented and ambitious engineering team.
• Learn, innovate, and grow in a fast-paced startup where your ideas shape the product.