Lead Node.js Engineer

Role Overview

At Sitech , we build digital products, services, and experiences for enterprises and startups worldwide. We are looking for a Lead Node.js Engineer to take ownership of backend architecture and lead the delivery of scalable, high-quality software solutions. This role combines hands-on development, technical leadership, and close collaboration with product and design teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and architecture of backend systems using Node.js.
• Set and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines across backend teams.
• Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and frontend engineers to deliver end-to-end digital products.
• Review code, provide technical feedback, and ensure high-quality, maintainable, and secure codebases.
• Mentor and support Node.js engineers, fostering technical growth and team excellence.
• Design and maintain RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.
• Ensure backend systems are scalable, reliable, and performance-optimized.
• Oversee integrations with databases (SQL/NoSQL), third-party services, and cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD pipelines, deployments, monitoring, and system reliability.
• Participate in sprint planning, estimations, and technical roadmap discussions.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and lead root-cause analysis.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of backend development experience, with strong expertise in Node.js.
• Proven experience in a Lead or Senior Backend Engineer role.
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript and frameworks such as NestJS or Express.
• Experience building scalable architectures, microservices, and APIs.
• Solid experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Redis.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Strong communication, ownership, and leadership skills.
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience working in product-focused or consultancy environments.
• Cloud experience (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized systems.
• Knowledge of security, authentication, and authorization best practices.
• Exposure to event-driven or distributed systems.