Mid / Senior Node.js Developer (Remote) at Alexander George Consulting Limited

Alexander George Consulting Services Limited - Our client, a Startup in the Education and Employment sector in Nigeria dedicated to shaping the future of the work landscape in Africa, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mid / Senior Node.js Developer

Location: Remote
Work Type: Contract

About The Job

• Our client, a Startup in the Education and Employment sector in Nigeria dedicated to shaping the future of the work landscape in Africa, is seeking a skilledand experienced Node.js Developer to join the team in building a robust and world-class product.
• As a Backend Developer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions using Node.js and Express.js.
• You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, technical excellence, and delivering exceptional products

Responsibilities

• Code Writing: Writing reusable, testable, clean, maintainable and efficient Node.js code.
• Application Design: Design and implementation of low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications.
• API Integration: Integration with third party applications: Web sockets, AWS, Zoom APIs with the application's server side logic
• Security Implementation: Implementation of security, efficient data protection, and storage procedures.
• Storage Integration: Integration of data storage solutions databases, redis, media stores etc.
• Web-app Design: Designing and implementing server-side components of web applications.
• Collaborative Development: Collaborating with other members of the development team to guarantee applications are optimized for performance and dependability. Cooperating together with front-end programmers to integrate pieces.
• User Interface Development: Developing back-end services and user interfaces for diverse business processes.
• Report and Documentation: Creating reports and documenting Node.js operations, including database schemas.
• Learning and Growth: Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in Node.js/Express.js

Required Technologies and Tools:

• Node.js/Express.js
• MongoDB
• PostgreSQL
• TypeScript (Please do not apply if you do not have experience with TypeScript)
• Optional: AWS

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of professional software development experience in a collaborative team environment.
• Solid understanding of JavaScript and expert experience with TypeScript.
• Expert knowledge of the Node.js/Express.js framework and its core principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze technical challenges.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with team members.
• Familiarity with version control systems, we use Git.
• Experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Proficiency in asynchronous programming and event-driven architecture.
• Knowledge of unit testing frameworks such as Mocha, Chai, or Jest.
• Understanding of security best practices in web development.
• Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
• Any experience working with Web Sockets and WebRTC protocols is a bonus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Industry-standard salary
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Flexible work environment with remote work options
• A dynamic and collaborative team culture
• The chance to work on exciting and innovative projects.

Application Closing Date
22nd August, 2024.