Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain server-side applications using the MERN stack.
• Design, implement, and optimize RESTful API endpoints to support client-side functionality.
• Integrate with third-party APIs for additional features.
• Ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of back-end systems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.
• Write unit and functional test cases to ensure system robustness.
• Debug and troubleshoot back-end issues across development, staging, and production environments.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, frameworks, and best practices in Node.js development.
• Maintain proper documentation of code and processes.
• Collaborate with DevOps and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) to deploy, monitor, and manage applications.

Role Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and the HTTP protocol.
• Experience as a backend developer in a professional setting.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) or a solid understanding of programming fundamentals to quickly pick up new languages.
• Experience working with databases.
• Competence with version control systems (e.g., GitHub, GitLab).
• Understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and how to write effective test cases.
• Awareness of security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to technical challenges.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Outstanding work ethic and commitment to delivering results.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Proficiency with Node.js and Express.
• Experience writing tests using Jest.
• Understanding of OpenAPI schema.
• Familiarity with DevOps concepts such as containerization and CI/CD.
• Experience with GitHub, with a bonus for writing GitHub Actions and interacting with GraphQL APIs.
• Familiarity with ReactJS/Redux.
• Experience with NoSQL databases, such as MongoDB.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Familiarity with the construction industry.
• Experience with 3D Graphics or Unity3D.
• Experience in leading Code Reviews and reviewing Pull Requests.
• Experience in designing system architecture
• Experience in working with a product team and turning User journeys into functional requirements