Node.js Backend Lead Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable backend systems using Node.js and microservices

architecture.

• Lead the development of platform components to enable efficient code reuse,

modularity, and scalability.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system architecture and technical roadmap.
• Design and build solutions using event-driven architecture and middleware such as

Kafka.

• Develop and maintain SQL and NoSQL databases, ensuring optimal performance and

scalability.

• Define and implement high-level and low-level designs, documenting key decisions

and ensuring junior engineers understand the architecture.

• Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and promote best practices in coding,

design, and system architecture.

• Lead technical discussions, participate in hiring processes, and contribute to building a

high-performance engineering team.

• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless integration and

deployment.

• Leverage AWS services for scalable infrastructure and deployment solutions.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in building scalable backend systems using Node.js.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, event-driven systems, and

middleware like Kafka.

• Experience in building platform solutions with a focus on reusability and modularity.
• Proficient in SQL and NoSQL databases with a clear understanding of their tradeoffs.
• Solid knowledge of high-level and low-level system design concepts.
• Proven experience in mentoring engineers, conducting code reviews, and driving

engineering excellence.

• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• Proficient in leveraging AWS services for building scalable infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.