Job Description
An experienced back-end developer for one of several projeccts 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).