Backend Node.js Developer

Hire Resolve; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 960,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Backend Developer in Pretoria, South Africa. This role involves designing and maintaining scalable server-side applications and mentoring junior developers. Candidates should have strong experience in Node.js, Express.js, and database technologies like MySQL or MongoDB. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from R600K to R960K per year, depending on experience. Join us for an exciting opportunity in a vibrant team focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Backend Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Node.js.
• Experience with backend frameworks such as Express.js.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient and scalable server-side applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior developers.

Skills

Node.js

Express.js

MySQL

MongoDB

RESTful APIs

Docker

AWS

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Sequelize

TypeORM

Prisma

Job description

Hire Resolve's client is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Backend Developer to join their team. You will work with their senior developers to develop and maintain high-quality APIs for their web and mobile applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient and scalable server-side applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
• Implement and maintain security and data protection measures
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other developers
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior developers

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Backend Developer or similar role
• Strong proficiency in Node.js
• Experience with backend frameworks such as Express.js
• Knowledge of database technologies like MySQL or MongoDB
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
• Database ORM (Sequelize, TypeORM, Prisma, etc)
• Experience with DevOps skills like Docker and AWS (preferred, alternatively GCP, Azure)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field

Benefits

• Salary: R600K/yr - R960K/yr, negotiable

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.usor email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.