Senior/Lead Engineer-Node.JS

Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad

Job Description

Job Description:
We are looking for a Backend Developer – Node.js to join our engineering team. This is a hands-on role focused on building scalable backend systems, taking ownership of modules, and contributing to high-quality engineering outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js.
Build and manage RESTful (and/or GraphQL) APIs to support web and enterprise applications.
Own backend modules end-to-end, from design and development to deployment and support.
Ensure code quality through reviews, unit testing, and adherence to best practices.
Collaborate closely with frontend, data, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Optimize application performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner.
Contribute to technical design discussions and architecture decisions.
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, estimation, and retrospectives.

Job Requirement

Required Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
3–5 years of hands-on experience in backend development.
Strong expertise in Node.js and JavaScript (Must have).
Experience with backend frameworks such as Express.js or NestJS.
Strong understanding of REST API design, authentication, and authorization mechanisms.
Working knowledge of SQL and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment practices.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
Exposure to microservices architecture and event-driven systems.
Experience with Docker and containerization.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Prior experience working in analytics, data-driven, or consulting environments.