Senior Node.js Backend Engineer | API & Microservices

Techdots; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Techdots is seeking an experienced Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable Node.js services. You will collaborate with client teams to capture requirements, implement RESTful APIs, and integrate with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB databases.

The role emphasizes secure data handling, performance optimizations, and reliable deployments. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of Node.js experience, strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills, and hands-on experience with Express.js and NestJS.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional Node.js development experience.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and/or TypeScript.
• Hands-on experience with Node.js and Express.js, NestJS, or similar frameworks.
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar databases.
• Understanding of Git, testing, and debugging practices.
• Ability to work effectively within client teams and distributed environments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance backend applications using Node.js.
• Work directly with client teams to understand project requirements and technical specifications.
• Build backend services using Express.js, NestJS, or similar frameworks.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services.
• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Implement authentication, authorization, and secure data handling.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes.
• Collaborate with client-side developers and technical stakeholders.
• Follow client-defined development practices and project delivery timelines.

Skills

Node.js

JavaScript

TypeScript

RESTful APIs

Express.js

NestJS

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Git

Testing

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Express.js

NestJS

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Git

Job description

Techdots is seeking an experienced Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable Node.js services. You will collaborate with client teams to capture requirements, implement RESTful APIs, and integrate with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB databases.

The role emphasizes secure data handling, performance optimizations, and reliable deployments. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of Node.js experience, strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills, and hands-on experience with Express.js and NestJS.