Key Responsibilities
• Deliver end-to-end features, including APIs, Lambda functions, and backend services from technical specifications.
• Review requirements and user stories for feasibility, scope, and risks propose practical alternatives when needed.
• Investigate and resolve production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement resilient fixes with appropriate testing.
• Write clean, testable, and maintainable code following best practices in performance, accessibility, and security.
• Lead and participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality standards.
• Partner with Business Analysts to refine acceptance criteria and clarify requirements to ensure business value delivery.
• Contribute actively to Agile ceremonies (backlog grooming, daily stand-ups, retrospectives) and provide accurate task estimates.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD pipelines, feature flags, and observability for safe, frequent deployments.
Qualifications & Experience
• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience: At least 6 years of relevant experience, including:
4+ years in backend development.
2+ years of hands-on Node.js and AWS Lambda experience.
• Technical Skills:
Strong proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript/JavaScript.
Proven experience with AWS architecture (Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB/RDS, CloudWatch).
Familiarity with event-driven design (idempotency, DLQs, retries, backoff).
Experience with caching layers (Redis).
Strong understanding of OAuth/OIDC authentication flows and token management.
Knowledge of testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha, etc.).
Hands-on experience with Git workflows and CI/CD pipelines.
Understanding of OWASP security practices and regulated environments (audit trails, PII).
Excellent system design and debugging skills.
• Soft Skills:
Strong leadership and stakeholder communication skills.
Proactive, analytical, and collaborative working style.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
