Senior Backend Developer - Node.js, AWS cloud

Job Title: Senior Backend Developer (Node.js / AWS)

Location: Toronto, ON

Experience Level: 6–8 years

Skills: Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, AWS, REST APIs, CI/CD

Role Summary

The Senior Backend Developer will lead backend development efforts using Node.js while following JavaScript and TypeScript best practices. This role involves architecting and implementing AWS cloud-native solutions, designing microservices and serverless architectures, and driving technical excellence within the development team.

The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance backend solutions in alignment with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Development & Architecture

• Lead backend development using Node.js with JavaScript/TypeScript best practices.
• Architect and implement AWS cloud-native solutions (Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, ECS/EKS).
• Design and develop microservices and serverless architectures.
• Build and optimize REST APIs ensuring strong security, scalability, and performance.
• Oversee code quality, reviews, and provide technical guidance for the development team.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work closely with Product, QA, and DevOps teams for end-to-end delivery.
• Collaborate on planning, design, and implementation of new features.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving production issues using AWS CloudWatch and logging tools.

DevOps & Automation

• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using CodePipeline, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
• Ensure security best practices including IAM, JWT, secret management, and encryption.
• Continuously evaluate and adopt new AWS services and Node.js technologies to improve efficiency and performance.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Node.js with JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Expertise in AWS cloud-native services: Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, ECS/EKS.
• Experience designing REST APIs, microservices, and serverless architectures.
• Hands-on with CI/CD tools: CodePipeline, GitHub Actions, Jenkins.
• Understanding of security best practices: IAM, JWT, encryption, secrets management.
• Experience monitoring, debugging, and resolving production issues in cloud environments.

Additional Skills (Optional / Bonus)

• Experience with TCS BaNCS, Core Java, or other financial services platforms.
• Exposure to Cloud DevOps practices and AWS cost optimization.

Experience Required

• 6–8 years of backend development experience with Node.js and AWS.