Backend Engineer - NodeJS, Cloud Functions GCP, MongoDB Event-Driven Design

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Backend Engineer to join our growing team. You will play a key role in developing and maintaining our backend infrastructure, focusing on NodeJS, Cloud Functions GCP, MongoDB, and event-driven architecture. You will be responsible for the entire software development lifecycle, from design and implementation to testing and deployment.

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable and performant backend APIs using NodeJS.

Build and deploy event-driven applications leveraging Cloud Functions GCP and Pub/Sub.

Design and implement efficient and secure data models using MongoDB.

Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

Perform unit and integration testing using established frameworks.

Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (front-end, DevOps) to ensure smooth development and deployment.

Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices in the backend development world.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with other relevant technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, or Redis.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Strong understanding of security best practices in the cloud.
• Previous experience in the Healthcare Domain a plus.
• Startup experience is a great plus

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a Backend Engineer with a strong focus on NodeJS.

Proven experience building and deploying event-driven applications using Cloud Functions GCP.

In-depth knowledge of MongoDB and NoSQL database design principles.

Excellent understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation tools.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Passion for building high-quality software and solving complex technical problems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for US applicants