Senior Node Js Developer

Buddy4study; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Buddy4study is seeking a senior Node.js Developer to lead backend efforts with a focus on microservices architecture and RabbitMQ. You will build scalable, secure, and high-performance systems, collaborating with product, frontend, and DevOps teams.

Ideal candidates have hands-on Node.js backend skills, API integrations, and experience with asynchronous messaging and distributed applications. AWS/GCP knowledge is a plus; strong focus on code quality.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with JavaScript and Node.js.
• Good experience with Express.js or NestJS.
• Practical experience with RabbitMQ or other message brokers.
• Strong understanding of Microservices Architecture.
• Experience building REST APIs and handling asynchronous programming.
• Knowledge of MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with Docker and containerized deployments.
• Understanding of Git version control.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Node.js and Express.js/NestJS.
• Build and manage microservices-based architectures.
• Implement asynchronous communication using RabbitMQ or similar brokers.
• Develop secure and efficient RESTful APIs.
• Integrate third-party APIs and external services.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Work with databases such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Implement authentication and authorization (JWT/OAuth).
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams.
• Write clean, maintainable, reusable, and testable code.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.

Skills

JavaScript/Node.js

Express.js/NestJS

RabbitMQ

Microservices

REST APIs

MongoDB/MySQL/PostgreSQL

Docker

Git

Redis (cache)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Redis

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated Node.js Developer for a senior position with strong expertise in Microservices Architecture and RabbitMQ to build scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems.

The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in Node.js backend development, API integrations, asynchronous messaging systems, and distributed applications. You will work closely with product, frontend, and DevOps teams to deliver robust enterprise-grade solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Node.js and Express.js/NestJS
• Build and manage microservices-based architectures
• Implement asynchronous communication using RabbitMQ or similar message brokers
• Develop secure and efficient RESTful APIs
• Integrate third-party APIs and external services
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
• Work with databases such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
• Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms (JWT/OAuth)
• Collaborate with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, and product teams
• Write clean, maintainable, reusable, and testable code
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions

Required Skills

• Strong hands‑on experience with JavaScript and Node.js
• Good experience with Express.js or NestJS
• Practical experience with RabbitMQ or other message brokers
• Strong understanding of Microservices Architecture
• Experience building REST APIs and handling asynchronous programming
• Knowledge of MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
• Familiarity with Docker and containerized deployments
• Understanding of Git version control
• Knowledge of Redis/caching mechanisms is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with Kubernetes is an advantage

Nice to Have

• Experience with event-driven architecture
• Understanding of distributed systems and system design
• Exposure to monitoring and logging tools

Tech Stack

• Node.js
• Express.js / NestJS
• RabbitMQ
• MongoDB / PostgreSQL
• Docker
• Redis
• AWS
• GitHub Actions / Jenkins

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on scalable and modern backend systems
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment
• Exposure to cloud-native and microservices architecture
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Competitive compensation

Node.js, Backend Developer, Microservices, RabbitMQ, Express.js, NestJS, REST API, MongoDB, Docker, Redis, AWS, PostgreSQL, Distributed Systems, Event Driven Architecture, CI/CD, Kubernetes