Senior Node.js Developer

CMHWorks, LLC; Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology services company is looking for a Senior Node.JS Developer with 7–10 years of experience in remote roles, particularly focused on building, maintaining, and operating Node.js applications on AWS. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming abilities in JavaScript and TypeScript, with proficiency in both SQL and NoSQL databases. Responsibilities include designing backend systems and APIs, contributing to cloud architecture, and mentoring junior engineers. This part-time independent contractor position requires U.S. citizenship and 20+ hours of commitment weekly.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of professional software development experience.
• 7+ years of hands-on Node.js development experience.
• Solid understanding of asynchronous programming.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Node.js development

JavaScript (ES6+)

TypeScript

AWS services

SQL and NoSQL databases

Agile/Scrum

RESTful API development

Code review and mentoring

Tools

AWS API Gateway

Docker

Git

Job description

Senior Node.JS Developer (7–10+ Years Experience)

Location:100% Remote —U.S.-Based & U.S. Time Zones Only;

Commitment:Part-Time (20+ hours/week as needed)

Engagement:Independent Contractor (1099) — Direct Hire (No Agencies)

Citizenship Requirement:U.S. Citizen Required

About the Role

We are seeking aSenior Node.js Developerwith7–10 years of professional experience, including strong hands‑on experience building and operatingNode.js services on AWS. This role focuses on designing scalable backend systems, developing secure APIs, and contributing to cloud‑native architecture in a production AWS environment.

You will collaborate closely with Systems Engineers, DevOps, and product teams to build reliable, high‑performance services that support business‑critical applications.

Strongcommunicationskillsare essential. You will be expected to clearly explain technical decisions, provide regular updates, andparticipateactively in Scrum ceremonies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintainscalable backend servicesusingNode.jsandTypeScript/JavaScript
• Build and maintainRESTful APIs
• Develop and deployNode.js applications on AWS
• Design and manage APIs usingAWS API Gateway
• Contribute tocloud architecture decisions, including scaling, fault tolerance, and cost optimization
• Ensure backend systems meet high standards forperformance, security, and reliability
• Implementauthentication and authorizationstrategies (JWT, OAuth2, OpenID Connect)
• Integrate backend services withAWS-managed servicesand third‑party systems
• Collaborate with DevOps teams onCI/CD pipelines, deployment strategies, and monitoring
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and promote backend best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues and participate in incident response as needed

Required Qualifications

• 7–10 years of professional software development experience
• 7+ years of hands‑on Node.js development experience
• Proven experience runningNode.js applications in AWS environments
• Strong proficiency inJavaScript (ES6+) and/or TypeScript
• Experience with Node.js frameworks such asExpress.js, NestJS, or Fastify
• Solid understanding ofasynchronous programming, event loops, and non‑blocking I/O
• Strong experience withSQL and NoSQL databases
• Proficiency withGitand modern branching strategies
• Experience working inAgile/Scrumdevelopment environments
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Certifications and Skills

• AWS Certifications are a plus, such as:
  • AWS Certified Developer – Associate
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional
  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
• Experience with serverless architectures, including AWS Lambda and API Gateway
• Experience with Docker and container orchestration (ECS or EKS)
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code (Terraform, AWS CDK, or CloudFormation)
• Experience with event‑driven architectures and messaging systems (SQS, SNS, Kafka)
• Familiarity with observability and monitoring tools (CloudWatch, OpenTelemetry, Datadog)
• Experience building high‑traffic, distributed systems
• Exposure to frontend technologies (React, Angular, or Vue) for effective cross‑team collaboration

Additional Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship (Required)
• Reliable high-speed internet
• Availability to commit20+ hours per week whenrequired
• Willingness to complete a technical skills assessment

Important Notes

• No agencies. No third-party recruiters.
• This role is for senior-level Angular professionals only.Candidates without extensive Node.JS experience will not be considered.