Nodejs Developer

Position Title : Senior Backend Engineer Node.js Developer
Location : Mumbai only

Experience : 6+ Years
Employment Type : Full-time

Job Summary :We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Backend Engineer with a strong foundation in Node.js, NoSQL databases (MongoDB), and modern cloud-native microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on development skills, architectural expertise, and deep knowledge of Azure cloud infrastructure, DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and event-driven design. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including architects, product managers, and UX teams to build secure, scalable, and future-ready digital banking solutions.

Key Responsibilities :
- Architect, design, and develop scalable and secure backend services using Node.js and MongoDB
- Build and maintain microservices-based applications deployed on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Translate complex business requirements and end-to-end designs into technical implementations
- Lead the development of RESTful APIs and integration using EAI/Messaging patterns
- Implement event-driven architectures using Kafka, including orchestration and choreography patterns
- Integrate API gateways, design scalable CDN-enabled and distributed caching systems
- Define and enforce coding guidelines, code review practices, and development best practices
- Drive CI/CD automation, monitoring, and observability using modern DevOps tools and practices
- Ensure cross-platform optimization and performance tuning for mobile-first solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build fully automated, touchless digital banking experiences
- Stay updated on emerging technology trends in microservices, mobile, and cloud computing
 - Mentor junior developers and contribute to team-level architectural discussions

Required Skills & Qualifications :
- Strong programming experience in Node.js with solid MongoDB or NoSQL expertise
- In-depth understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms, and System Design
- Proven experience with Azure Cloud, Azure certifications are a plus
- Hands-on with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and DevOps tools
- Experience building and maintaining microservices, REST APIs, and secure backend systems
- Working knowledge of service mesh, observability, and distributed tracing
- Familiarity with API Gateways, Kafka, and event-driven system design
- Background in designing shared-nothing architectures, CDN, and caching strategies
- Proven ability to operate in complex environments and interact with enterprise architecture teams
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or ECE

Preferred Qualifications :
- Experience in core banking or fintech domains
- Exposure to frontend technologies is a plus
- Passion for clean code, automated testing, and TDD/BDD practices
- Thought leadership and experience mentoring junior team members