AWS + Node Js Developer

Role: AWS + Node Js Developer

location: Toronto

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AWS, Node Js

AWS + Node Js Developer

This role is designed for a developer who excels at building scalable, high-performance backend systems using Node.js and leveraging the full power of the AWS ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Backend Development: Design and implement low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications using Node.js.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Deploy, manage, and scale applications on AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS).
• API Design: Build and maintain robust RESTful APIs or GraphQL endpoints.
• Database Management: Integration of user-facing elements with server-side logic and managing data storage solutions (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDB).
• DevOps Integration: Implement CI/CD pipelines to automate deployment processes.
• Security: Implement security and data protection settings within the cloud environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Node.js: Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and asynchronous programming.
• AWS Services: Hands-on experience with core services like AWS Lambda (Serverless), API Gateway, S3, and IAM.
• Frameworks: Experience with Express.js, NestJS, or similar frameworks.
• Database Knowledge: Strong understanding of SQL or NoSQL databases.
• Tools: Familiarity with Git, Docker, and monitoring tools like CloudWatch.
• Problem Solving: Ability to debug complex production issues in a distributed cloud environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certified Developer – Associate or equivalent certification.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or AWS CDK).
• Knowledge of microservices architecture.