AWS/Node.js Developer

NTT America, Inc.; McKinney (TX); Remote; USD 103,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending or health savings

Life and AD&D insurance

Short and long term disability

Paid time off

Employee assistance

401k with company match

Additional voluntary or legally needed

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking an AWS/Node.js Developer in McKinney, Texas, to design, build, and maintain cloud-native back-end applications. You will develop high-performance RESTful APIs, implement microservices, and manage serverless or containerized architectures within the AWS ecosystem.

The ideal candidate is passionate about clean code, performance, and security practices. The role requires 5+ years in backend with Node.js and AWS, plus JS/TS, and hands-on with Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience focused on Node.js and AWS Cloud Services.
• 5+ years in JavaScript/TypeScript and frameworks like Express.js or NestJS.
• Hands-on with AWS compute/services: Lambda, EC2, ECS/Fargate.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable server-side applications and microservices using Node.js.
• Build cloud-native solutions with serverless and containerized architectures in AWS.
• Develop secure RESTful APIs and integrate with internal and external services.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and IaC with Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Optimize performance, security, and data protection (IAM, Cognito, OAuth).
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams in an Agile setting.

Skills

Backend development

RESTful APIs

Microservices

CI/CD

Serverless architectures

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Node.js

AWS Cloud Services

JavaScript (ES6+)

TypeScript

Express.js

NestJS

AWS Lambda

API Gateway

DynamoDB

RDS (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

Job description

We are currently seeking a AWS/Node.js Developer to join our team in McKinney, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Node.js Developer with deep AWS Cloud expertise to design, build, and maintain our next-generation cloud-native back-end applications. In this role, you will be responsible for developing high-performance RESTful APIs, implementing robust microservices, and managing serverless or containerized architectures within the AWS ecosystem. The ideal candidate is passionate about writing clean, maintainable code, optimizing application performance, and maintaining best-in-class cloud security practices.

Day to Day/Job Function

• Backend Development: Design, develop, and deploy scalable, secure, and robust server-side applications and microservices using Node.js

• Cloud Infrastructure: Build and manage cloud-native solutions using a mix of Serverless architectures (AWS Lambda, API Gateway) and Containerized services

• API Integration: Build, optimize, and document secure RESTful APIs and integrate with internal microservices as well as third-party vendors.

• Database Management: Design, implement, and maintain efficient database schemas across both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, AWS RDS) and NoSQL (DynamoDB, MongoDB) systems.

• DevOps & CI/CD: Set up and maintain Automated CI/CD pipelines using Git, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline. Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.

• Performance & Security: Optimize applications for maximum speed, cost efficiency, and scalability. Implement authentication, authorization, and data encryption protocols (IAM, Cognito, OAuth).

• Collaboration & Monitoring: Collaborate closely with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, and product owners in an Agile environment. Troubleshoot production issues and monitor system health using AWS CloudWatch.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional backend development experience focused heavily on Node.js and AWS Cloud Services.

• 5+ years of experience in Languages & Frameworks: Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript, alongside frameworks like Express.js or NestJS.

• 5+ years of Core AWS Stack: Hands-on experience with:

• Compute/Serverless: AWS Lambda, EC2, ECS Fargate

• API & Integration: API Gateway, SQS, SNS, EventBridge

• Storage & DB: S3, DynamoDB, RDS (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

• Security & Operations: IAM, Cognito, Secrets Manager, CloudWatch

Preferred Qualifications

• Testing: Proficiency in writing comprehensive unit and integration tests using frameworks like Jest or Mocha.

• Version Control: Mastery of Git workflows.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent professional experience).

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this remote role is $102,675.00 to $171,125.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations.

Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.

This position is eligible for company benefits including:

• medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
• flexible spending or health savings account
• life and AD&D insurance
• short and long term disability coverage
• paid time off
• employee assistance
• participation in a 401k program with company match
• additional voluntary or legally required benefits

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in‑office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees.

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