Senior Node Js Developer

Geotech Infoservices; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Geotech Infoservices is seeking a Lead Node.js Developer to spearhead server-side development, mentor a team of engineers, and drive architectural decisions for scalable, secure applications.

The role combines hands-on coding with leadership responsibilities, requiring strong expertise in Node.js (Express.js), databases, and cloud services. You will collaborate with frontend teams and own SDLC processes to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional Node.js experience, with 2+ years in leadership or mentoring roles.
• Deep understanding of Node.js frameworks (Express.js) and asynchronous programming.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Proficiency in TypeScript, microservices, and cloud platforms like AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead server-side design and development, guiding architectural decisions for scalable solutions.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers, conduct code reviews, and foster collaboration.
• Manage the complete SDLC and coordinate with frontend teams to integrate backend services.
• Optimize performance and scalability, troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Implement advanced security features and data protection to safeguard user data.

Skills

Node.js

Express.js

Async programming

Event loop

Leadership

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

TypeScript

Microservices

AWS

AWS Lambda

DynamoDB

Education

Bachelors in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS Lambda

DynamoDB

Job description

A Lead Node.js Developer serves as a technical spearhead, managing the server-side development lifecycle while mentoring a team of engineers. This role combines hands‑on high-performance coding with high-level architectural decision-making to ensure applications are scalable, secure, and efficient. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Core Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Spearhead the design and development of server-side logic and oversee architectural decisions to build robust, scalable solutions.
• Team Mentorship: Guide junior and mid-level developers, conduct code reviews to maintain quality standards, and foster a collaborative environment.
• Application Design: Manage the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) and collaborate with front‑end teams to integrate user-facing elements with backend services.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability, troubleshooting complex technical issues as they arise.
• Security & Compliance: Implement advanced security features and data protection protocols to safeguard user data and maintain system integrity. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8]

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Typically 5+ years of professional experience in Node.js development, with at least 2+ years in a leadership or mentoring capacity.
• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of Node.js frameworks (e.g., Express.js), asynchronous programming, and the event-loop architecture.
• Database Management: Expertise in managing relational and NoSQL databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Modern Tools: Proficiency in TypeScript, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms like AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB).
• Education: A Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is standard. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]