Lead Node.js Developer

Role & responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Oversee application architecture and design decisions for scalable backend services.
• Backend Development: Build robust RESTful or GraphQL APIs using Node.js and frameworks like Express.js or NestJS.
• Mobile Integration: Collaborate with mobile teams (or contribute directly) to ensure backend performance is optimized for Flutter/mobile consumption.
• Performance & Scalability: Optimize server-side logic for high concurrency and manage database schema design (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL).
• Code Quality: Enforce high standards through rigorous code reviews, unit testing, and automated testing pipelines.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance, perform 1-on-1s, and mentor junior developers to upskill the entire team.

Preferred candidate profile

• Expert Node.js Knowledge: Minimum 6+ years of experience in backend development with deep proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Team Leadership: Proven track record of managing engineering teams and steering complex projects.
• Architecture: Experience with microservices, serverless architecture, and secure networking on cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
• Database Management: Expert-level skills in designing and optimizing RDBMS and NoSQL databases.

Bonus: Flutter Development (Preferable)

• Cross-Platform Expertise: Familiarity with Dart and the Flutter framework for building iOS and Android apps.
• State Management: Understanding of state management patterns such as Provider, Bloc, or Riverpod.
• App Lifecycle: Experience with mobile-specific features like push notifications, offline storage (SQLite/Hive), and app store deployments.