Job Description We are looking for a Senior Back End Developer with a deep understanding of Node.js to join our team for a 6 month engagement; potential to extend. You will play a crucial role in delivering new products and features to our customers. You will collaborate with a team of talented engineers focused on building our suite of external-facing products. Responsibilities - Design, develop, maintain, and support backend components and APIs.
- Engage in scrum ceremonies and other SDLC activities.
- Deliver tasks punctually, adhering to acceptance criteria.
- Follow Node.js-specific coding standards, best practices, and testing practices.
- Stay current with the latest developments in Node.js technologies.
- Draft relevant technical backend documentation.
- Mentor junior backend developers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including UI/UX Designers, DBAs, and Infrastructure.
- Participate in peer code reviews.
- Explore and adopt new backend technologies and design patterns.
- Support DevOps practices for Node.js.
- Diagnose and resolve production defects swiftly.
Required Qualifications - 10+ years in backend software development.
- Proficient in Node.js and frameworks like Feathers.js.
- Experience with SQL databases (e.g., MS SQL Server) and data modeling.
- Experience writing efficient, complex database queries.
- Familiarity with agile methodologies.
- Knowledge of version control systems like Git.
- Understanding of microservices architecture.
- Experience in designing scalable and maintainable software architectures.
- Knowledge of RESTful API design principles.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Experience with performance monitoring tools.
Top Skills - Node.js
- React
- API Development
Additional Information - The role will start as a 6-month contract with the possibility of extension.
- A laptop will be provided.
- Experience with Feathers.js is preferred, but candidates with experience in Express or Next.js can adapt.
- Ideal candidates will have experience with Node.js, React, C#, and Azure, but a mix of skills is acceptable.
Core Values - Own It: Be the difference maker, boldly and authentically.
- Connect: Engage and collaborate openly and sincerely.
- Wow: Impact and inspire with levity and humanity.
Work Environment: Fast-paced, agile, and fully remote workforce. Interview Process - Round 1: 1-hour video interview over Teams with the hiring manager.
- Round 2: 1-hour video interview over Teams with a panel.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00 Requirements Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 4, 2025. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
