Senior Node JS developer

GSSTech Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Bengaluru is looking for an experienced Node.js Developer to build and maintain robust backend services for banking applications. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience with Node.js, JavaScript, and databases, along with significant knowledge of TypeScript, GraphQL, Docker, and Kubernetes. This role involves collaboration across teams in an Agile environment focused on innovation and delivering excellent technology solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of coding experience in NodeJS, JavaScript, and Databases.
• At least 1 year hands-on experience in TypeScript.
• Hands-on experience in performance tuning, debugging, and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain robust backend services and APIs using Node.js.
• Contribute to the development of high-performance banking applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced Agile environment.

Skills

Node.js

JavaScript

Databases

TypeScript

GraphQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Degree or Postgraduate in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Microsoft Azure

Kafka

3Scale

Job description

We are currently hiring a Node.js Developer to join our team for an exciting long-term opportunity with one of our leading banking clients in India. This role offers a chance to work on large-scale, mission-critical systems as part of the bank's digital transformation journey.

As a key member of the development team, you will be responsible for building and maintaining robust backend services and APIs using Node.js, contributing to the development of scalable and high-performance banking applications. You will work alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced Agile environment, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across architecture, DevOps, security, and product management.

The position is based at Bharathiya City, Bengaluru, where you’ll be part of a dynamic workplace culture focused on innovation, continuous learning, and delivering excellence in technology solutions for the financial sector.

Education
• Degree or Postgraduate in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent industry experience)

Experience
• Minimum 10 years of coding experience in NodeJS, JavaScript and Databases
• At least 1 year hands-on in TypeScript
• Hands-on experience in performance tuning, debugging, and monitoring

Technical Skills
• Excellent knowledge in developing scalable and highly-available Restful APIs using NodeJS technologies
• Practical experience with GraphQL
• Well-versed with CI/CD principles and actively involved in solving, troubleshooting issues in distributed services ecosystem
• Understanding of containerization; experienced in Docker and Kubernetes
• Exposed to API gateway integrations like 3Scale
• Understanding of Single-Sign-On or token-based authentication (REST, JWT, OAuth)
• Possess expert knowledge of task/message queues including but not limited to: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Pushpin, and Kafka

Functional Skills
• Experience in following best Coding, Security, Unit testing, and Documentation standards and practices
• Experience in Banking, Financial, and Fintech domains in an enterprise environment preferred
• Experience in Agile methodology
• Ensure quality of technical and application architecture and design of systems across the organization
• Effectively research and benchmark technology against other best-in-class technologies

Soft Skills
• Able to influence multiple teams on technical considerations, increasing their productivity and effectiveness by sharing deep knowledge and experience
• Self-motivator and self-starter with the ability to own and drive tasks independently, working collaboratively across teams
• Excellent soft skills and interpersonal skills to interact with and present ideas to senior and executive management