Senior Backend Developer

We are looking for a Senior Backend Developer (Node.js + AWS) to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in backend development, database management, and cloud-native applications. This role is focused on building scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain backend services using Node.js (JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Design and manage RESTful APIs (GraphQL knowledge is a plus).
• Work with relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and non-relational (MongoDB, DynamoDB) databases.
• Build and manage cloud infrastructure using AWS services (CloudFormation, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, IAM).
• Ensure scalability, performance, and security across backend systems.
• Collaborate with frontend and product teams for seamless API integration.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Strong expertise in JavaScript/Node.js (TypeScript is a plus).
• Hands-on experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Proficiency in NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB).
• Solid understanding of API development best practices.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services (CloudFormation, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, IAM).
• Familiarity with Git and Agile workflows.

Good To Have:

• Knowledge of GraphQL.
• Experience with caching (Redis).
• Familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes.
• Exposure to monitoring tools (CloudWatch, ELK).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Location: Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi.
Job Type: Full-time, Onsite.
Timings: Morning shift

Job Type: Full-time

Projected Total Compensation: Rs250,000.00 - Rs300,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person