Senior Backend Developer (Node.js)

Webook; Riyadh; Remote; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative IT software services company is seeking a Senior Backend Developer with expertise in Node.js to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will design and develop scalable microservices architectures, optimize database queries, and integrate third-party APIs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability and performance of backend services. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies. If you have a passion for backend development and thrive in collaborative settings, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 Jahre Erfahrung in der Backend-Entwicklung mit Node.js.
• Kenntnisse in mindestens einem Backend-Framework wie Express.js oder Nest.js.

Responsibilities

• Entwerfen und Entwickeln skalierbarer Microservices-Architekturen.
• Optimieren von Datenbankstrukturen und -abfragen (SQL & NoSQL).

Skills

Node.js

Microservices Architecture

SQL

NoSQL

API Development

Git

CI/CD

Authentication/Security Best Practices

Tools

Express.js

Nest.js

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Redis

GitHub Actions

GitLab

Jenkins

Job description

Role Overview:
We are looking for a Senior Backend Developer (Node.js) to design, develop, and optimize backend services. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy tackling complex backend challenges, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Design scalable and efficient microservices architectures.
• Optimize database structures and queries (SQL & NoSQL).
• Develop and integrate third-party APIs.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and fault tolerance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Work with CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot system failures.
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams.
• Continuously evaluate and adopt new backend technologies.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• 3-5 years of backend development experience with Node.js.
• Experience with at least one backend framework (Express.js, Nest.js).
• Experience with SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) or NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis).
• Understanding of authentication/security best practices (OAuth, JWT, encryption).
• Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab, Jenkins).
• Basic experience working on scalable backend systems.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams (Frontend, DevOps, Product).
• Open to remote candidates; preference for candidates based in Saudi Arabia.

Company Industry: IT - Software Services

Department / Functional Area: IT Software

Keywords: Senior Backend Developer (Node.js)