NodeJS API Developer

Synechron; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Global opportunities

Paid time off

Maternity & paternity leave

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Synechron, a global digital consulting firm, is seeking a skilled Node.js Developer to join our development team in Sterling, VA. The role focuses on building high-performance server-side applications, RESTful APIs, and microservices.

You'll work with Express.js, React, and cloud technologies like AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes, collaborate across disciplines, and help drive secure, scalable solutions for financial services clients.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in Node.js development.
• Extensive experience with Express.js or similar frameworks.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API principles, GraphQL (preferred).
• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency with databases such as MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL.
• Knowledge of authentication/authorization protocols (JWT, OAuth).
• Hands-on experience with cloud deployment and serverless technologies.
• Familiarity with version control tools like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js and Express.js.
• Middleware/backend development using Node.js and related tech.
• Experience with React and API, JS, and AWS architecture solutioning.
• Write clean, well-documented code adhering to best practices.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and stakeholders.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and security of applications.
• Implement authentication, authorization, and data validation mechanisms.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior team members.
• Integrate third-party APIs and external services.
• Deploy and monitor applications using AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Document API designs and technical specifications.
• Stay updated with industry trends and innovative solutions.

Skills

Node.js

Express.js

RESTful APIs

GraphQL

Microservices

AWS / Cloud

JWT/OAuth

Git

Agile

React

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

MongoDB

MySQL

PostgreSQL

AWS

CI/CD

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

We are seeking a skilled Node.js Developer to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have experience in building high-performance applications and services using Node.js, and will be responsible for developing and maintaining scalable server-side applications.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.

In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Sterling, VA is $90K-100K/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js and Express.js.
• Good development experience on Node JS and is primarily a middleware/ backend development.
• Experience on react as well. Good knowledge on API , JS and AWS architecture solutioning.
• Write clean, well-documented, and efficient code adhering to best practices.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security.
• Implement authentication, authorization, and data validation mechanisms.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior team members.
• Integrate third-party APIs and external services.
• Deploy and monitor applications using cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Document API designs and technical specifications.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and incorporate innovative solutions.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of professional experience in Node.js development.
• Extensive experience with Express.js or similar frameworks.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API principles, GraphQL (preferred).
• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency with databases such as MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL.
• Knowledge of authentication/authorization protocols (JWT, OAuth).
• Hands-on experience with cloud deployment and serverless technologies.
• Familiarity with version control tools like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

Preferred, but not required:

• Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of GraphQL, WebSockets, or real-time communication protocols.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK).

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the worlds leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.