Job Description

Overall Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain server-side logic, APIs, and microservices
  • Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
  • Write clean, scalable, and secure code following best practices
  • Optimize application performance and scalability
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues promptly
  • Stay updated with the latest industry trends in backend development
  • Document technical specifications and system architecture

    • Software Requirements:

  • Strong proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript (ES6+)
  • Experience with Express.js or similar frameworks
  • Knowledge of RESTful API development and microservices architecture
  • Familiarity with database systems like MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
  • Experience with version control systems such as Git
  • Exposure to containerization tools like Docker
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes
  • Basic knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is a plus
  • Knowledge of testing frameworks such as Mocha, Chai, or Jest

    • Category-wise Technical Skills:

  • Backend Development: Node.js, Express.js
  • API Development: RESTful services, JSON, XML
  • Databases: MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL
  • Version Control & CI/CD: Git, Jenkins, Docker
  • Testing & Debugging: Mocha, Chai, Jest
  • Cloud & Deployment: AWS, Azure, GCP (basic)
  • Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes (optional)
  • Other Tools: Postman, npm/yarn

    • Experience:

  • Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in backend development with Node.js

    • Day-to-Day Activities:

  • Developing and enhancing backend APIs and microservices
  • Collaborating with front-end and DevOps teams
  • Writing unit and integration tests to ensure code integrity
  • Reviewing code and assisting junior developers
  • Troubleshooting and fixing bugs or performance bottlenecks
  • Participating in sprint planning and Agile ceremonies
  • Documenting system design and implementation details

    • Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields
  • Proven experience in building scalable backend systems using Node.js
  • Relevant certifications are a plus

    • Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Self-motivated with a proactive attitude
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality deliverables
  • Adaptability to new technologies and changing project needs

    • Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.


    All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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