Back-end Developer (NodeJS) Engineering / Full-time

Shortcut; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Shortcut is seeking an experienced Back-end Developer to build scalable server-side applications with Node.js. You will design, develop, and maintain back-end services, API endpoints, and microservices, working closely with front-end teams to deliver seamless user experiences.

You’ll collaborate with database experts on SQL and NoSQL data modeling, apply security best practices, optimize performance, and write clean, well-documented code.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Node.js and back-end development

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications and services using Node.js
• Create and manage RESTful APIs and microservices
• Work with databases (SQL and NoSQL) and ensure data integrity and security
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate back-end services with user-facing applications
• Optimize application performance and scalability
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code

Skills

Node.js

Back-end development

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Data modeling

Security best practices

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

TypeScript

Job description

We're seeking an experienced Back-end Developer with a passion for building scalable and efficient server-side applications using Node.js. As a key member of our team, you'll design, develop, and maintain our back-end services, ensuring seamless integration with our front-end applications. You'll also collaborate with our database and data modeling experts to ensure data integrity and security.

What you’ll do.

• Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications and services using Node.js
• Create and manage RESTful APIs and microservices
• Work with databases (SQL and NoSQL) and ensure data integrity and security
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate back-end services with user-facing applications
• Optimize application performance and scalability
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code

What we’re looking for.

• Proven experience with Node.js and back-end development
• Experience with databases (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL) and data modeling
• Familiarity with API design and microservices architecture
• Understanding of security best practices and data protection
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset

What we’d love about you.

• Experience with TypeScript and server-side rendering
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of back-end systems
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a passion for performance optimization

What we value.

We value growth-minded, self-driven, and collaborative people who embody our core values of teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning. If you're passionate about technology and working with a team digital trailblazers, we'd love to hear from you!

Applicants must have working rights in Malaysia.