Cloud Engineer - Node JS

Job Title: Cloud Engineer - Node.js (3-5 years)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Cloud Engineer with expertise in Node.js to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based solutions that enhance our application performance and scalability. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of cloud solutions aligned with business requirements. Your role involves optimizing cloud infrastructure, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and supporting the development team in building scalable applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure using tools and services from major cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and deploy server-side applications in Node.js while ensuring high performance and responsiveness.
• Collaborate with software developers to create and optimize APIs and microservices.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency.
• Implement security best practices for cloud applications and infrastructure.
• Automate deployment processes and manage CI/CD pipelines to streamline application delivery.
• Assist in capacity planning and resource allocation to ensure optimal performance.
• Stay updated on cloud technologies and best practices to continuously improve cloud architecture.

Skills Required:

• Strong experience in Node.js with a solid understanding of its ecosystem and frameworks.
• Proficient in working with cloud platforms such as AWS (Amazon Web Services), Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and their integration into cloud services.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and service-oriented architecture principles.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., CloudWatch, ELK Stack).
• Proficient in using version control systems, particularly Git.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

Tools Required:

• Node.js and associated frameworks (e.g., Express.js).
• Cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• Terraform or CloudFormation for infrastructure provisioning.
• CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI, GitLab).
• Monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).
• IDEs such as Visual Studio Code or similar.