Junior Node.js Developer - Express.js/TypeScript

Job Description

Description Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Node.js (Express/TypeScript). Architect and deploy cloud-native, serverless solutions on AWS using Lambda, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, EventBridge, and SQS. Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with AWS CDK or CloudFormation. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI or Jenkins for automated deployments. Ensure high code quality through unit testing, integration testing, and contract testing (PACT). Collaborate with DevOps and integration teams to deliver seamless solutions. Take end-to-end ownership of assigned modulesfrom design to deployment and maintenance. Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of backend services. Must-Have Technical Skills Languages & Frameworks : JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, Node.js (Express) Cloud & Serverless : AWS Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, CloudFormation/CDK, EventBridge CI/CD Tools : GitLab CI Testing : Jest, PACT / Contract Testing Infrastructure as Code : AWS CDK / Terraform API Design : RESTful Services and Integrations Version Control : GitHub / GitLab Additional Skills (Preferred) Proficiency with Java is big plus. Experience with Boomi or similar iPaaS platforms. Familiarity with Vue.js or other frontend frameworks for basic integration understanding. Exposure to AI tools, APIs, or AI-driven workflows. Understanding of event-driven architecture (SNS, SQS, EventBridge). Proficiency with SQL / NoSQL databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB. (ref:hirist.tech)