Backend Node.js Developer for Scalable APIs

The Elite Job; Bethel (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Remote or hybrid options

Code reviews

Job summary

The Elite Job is seeking a skilled Node.js Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain robust server-side applications. You will build scalable backend services, RESTful APIs, and integrate third-party systems while ensuring security and performance.

You will collaborate with frontend teams, QA, and project managers to deliver reliable software aligned with business needs. The role emphasizes modern architecture, asynchronous programming, and deployment practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development with Node.js and modern JavaScript/TypeScript.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable Node.js backend services.
• Develop and document RESTful APIs and integrate external systems.
• Ensure security, performance, and reliability of server-side applications.

Skills

Node.js

JavaScript/TypeScript

RESTful APIs

Database integration

Auth & Security

Git

Testing frameworks

CI/CD

Cloud

Docker

Linux

API design

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/related field

Tools

Express.js

Fastify

NestJS

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

JWT/OAuth2

Docker

GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket

Job description

The Elite Job is seeking a skilled Node.js Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain robust server-side applications. You will build scalable backend services, RESTful APIs, and integrate third-party systems while ensuring security and performance.

You will collaborate with frontend teams, QA, and project managers to deliver reliable software aligned with business needs. The role emphasizes modern architecture, asynchronous programming, and deployment practices.