Design, develop, and maintain server-side APIs and network components using Node.js/NestJS. Ensure database performance (MongoDB), caching (Redis), security, testing (Jest), and API documentation (Swagger). Collaborate with front-end teams, run diagnostics, fix defects, document processes, and recommend technical improvements.
JD for API Architect
- At 8-9 years' experience as a Node.js developer with NestJS Framework
- Extensive knowledge of JavaScript, web stacks, libraries, and frameworks.
- Extensive knowledge on Azure Cloud, JEST, Swagger, MongoDB and Redis Cache
- Developing and maintaining all server-side network components.
- Ensuring optimal performance of the central database and responsiveness to front-end requests.
- Collaborating with front-end developers on the integration of elements.
- Designing customer-facing UI and back-end services for various business processes.
- Developing high-performance applications by writing testable, reusable, and efficient code.
- Implementing effective security protocols, data protection measures, and storage solutions.
- Running diagnostic tests, repairing defects, and providing technical support.
- Documenting Node.js processes, including database schemas, as well as preparing reports.
- Recommending and implementing improvements to processes and technologies.
- Keeping informed of advancements in the field of Node.js development.
- Superb interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
- Great organizational and time management skills.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 64,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 224,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
Photon New York, New York, USA Office
New York, United States
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