Full-time
Portsmouth, NH
Job description
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Backend Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 6-12 years of backend development experience with a focus on Node.js, SQL, and NoSQL databases. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and scaling backend systems to support high-traffic applications, ensuring reliability, security, and performance. Additionally, you will mentor and guide junior developers, providing technical leadership and expertise to the team.
Key Responsibilities:
· Backend Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js.
· Database Management: Develop and optimize database structures using SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) technologies, ensuring data integrity and performance.
· Scalability & Performance Optimization: Architect and implement scalable systems that can handle large volumes of traffic and data while ensuring high availability and low latency.
· Code Quality & Best Practices: Write clean, well-documented, and reusable code, following industry best practices, security guidelines, and standards.
· Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor and guide junior developers, conducting code reviews, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
· Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and provide backend solutions that align with business goals.
· Troubleshooting & Debugging: Diagnose and resolve complex backend issues in a timely manner, implementing robust solutions to prevent future occurrences.
· Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends, advocating for improvements to technology and team processes.
Requirements:
· 8-12 years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on Node.js, SQL, and NoSQL databases.
· Proven experience in scaling applications and optimizing backend systems for high performance.
· Leadership and mentorship experience, with a track record of successfully mentoring junior developers.
· Strong understanding of database design principles, indexing, query optimization, and data modeling for both SQL and NoSQL databases.
· Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
· Proficient in implementing best practices for security, data protection, and API design.
· Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
· Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
· Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
· Knowledge of modern frontend technologies to collaborate effectively with frontend teams.
Benefits:
· Competitive salary, 401k and performance-based bonuses.
· Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
· Flexible working hours
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
