Backend Engineer (Node.JS)

About The Role

We are seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you'll play a key part in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems and APIs that power our products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to architectural decisions, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, maintainable code. This role demands strong problem-solving skills, a passion for backend engineering, and a collaborative mindset.

• Design, develop, and implement RESTful APIs and backend services using Node.js and modern best practices.
• Work collaboratively with frontend engineers, QA, and product teams to deliver scalable solutions.
• Integrate backend services with various data sources including relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases.
• Optimize applications for maximum performance and scalability.
• Implement secure, scalable, and maintainable code, following SOLID principles and clean code practices.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and evaluate new technologies for potential adoption.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and participate in agile development processes.
• Monitor and improve backend performance, including caching strategies using Redis or Memcached.
• Cross-train team members on Node.js technologies and support ongoing technical learning.
• Communicate project status, risks, and challenges clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong proficiency in Node.js, JavaScript, and AWS.
• Deep understanding of REST API design and development.
• Experience working with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Familiarity with asynchronous programming, event loops, and performance optimizations.
• Proficiency with Git and version control best practices.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• In-depth knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Experience with Memcached or Redis for caching.
• Solid understanding of backend service design principles and system architecture.
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and reusable code.
• Experience with Django and Python-based backend development.
• Understanding of SOAP services and legacy integration patterns.
• Familiarity with web server optimization techniques and protocols.
• Prior experience leading or mentoring backend teams.
• Exposure to microservices architecture on AWS Cloud.
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical blogs.
• Awareness or knowledge of IT security best practices as defined by ISO/SOC or similar.

Why Aspire
In addition to a competitive long-term total compensation with salary and performance-based bonus, we have a reward philosophy that expands beyond this. 

• Be part of a (Remote is here-to stay) organization 
• Work and learn from great minds 
• Explore new opportunities to learn and grow everyday by attending technical and non-technical training 
• Get market exposure by working with international tech leaders 
• Nursery reimbursement benefit 
• Attend virtual and onsite international tech conference
• Exposure to work in an IT environment that adheres to rigorous security and compliance standards defined by ISO/ SOC.