Back-end Developer

An experienced back-end developer will be responsible for designing and building backends using node.js, mySQL and other technologies to ensure seamless data processing throughout the stack. This role requires a good grasp of data structures and algorithms, strong communication skills, and be able to perform code reviews and a willingness to guide less experienced developers. This person will be essential in maintaining continuity for those recent graduates who cycle through our program as a transition between graduation and paid employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop scalable and efficient back-end routes and middleware.
• Design and expose RESTful APIs that enable data communications.
• Implement database management and optimization for large datasets.
• Ensure security and data integrity across all back-end processes.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to align system functionality.
• Troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and enhance system reliability.

Tech Stack at a Glance:

• Node.js + Express written in TypeScript
• MySQL database and a Sequelize ORM

Some Nice-to-Haves:

• Understanding of authentication, authorization, and security best practices.
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).