• Backend API Developer

    Insight Global (Madison, NJ)


    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Senior API (Node.js) Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of scalable and performant backend APIs that are easy to maintain and extend.

     

    In this role, you will work closely with the Lead API (Node.js) Engineer to take ownership of parts of the codebase, contribute to the establishment of best practices, and help address complex technical challenges.

     

    The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Node.js, solid experience with backend architectures, and the ability to mentor junior engineers.

     

    A passion for exploring new technologies and continuously improving development practices is essential.

     

    We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form (https://airtable.com/app21VjYyxLDIX0ez/shrOg4IQS1J6dRiMo) . The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

     

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    Skills and Requirements

    • B.S. Degree in computer-related field

    • 5+ years of relevant work experience

    • Experience with Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript and React

    • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

    • Backend programming experience with building microservices and RESTful services in Node.js

    • Strong understanding of server-side software architecture, paradigms, and design patterns

    • Experience with agile software development process

    • Solid understanding of networking and security concepts like DNS, Load Balancers, Firewalls, Encryption, etc.

    • Experience developing cloud-native applications using AWS Lambda, ECS, API Gateway, SQS, Kafka, etc.

    • Experience with orchestration using AWS CloudFormation/ AWS CDK/ Terraform

    • Experience with scripting CI/CD pipelines and DevOps · Experience with Canva templates and APIs

    • Experience with DB design and optimization, including SQL and NoSQL databases

    • Familiarity with mobile app development null

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].