Node.JS Developer - W2 Only - Fulltime

Role: Node.JS Developer
Location: Westlake, TX/ Durham, NC/ Smithfield, RI/ Merrimack, NH/ Boston, MA and Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid, 2-3 days onsite in a week)
Duration: Fulltime

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Node.js Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable server-side applications and APIs. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, RESTful services, databases, and cloud-based technologies. You will work closely with frontend developers, architects, product managers, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and RESTful APIs using Node.js.
Build reusable, efficient, and secure server-side components.
Develop microservices and integrate with third-party services and APIs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability.
Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing applications.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
Implement security and data protection best practices.
Participate in code reviews and follow software development standards.
Work with DevOps teams for CI/CD implementation and deployment.

Required Skills:
Strong proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript (ES6+).
Experience with Express.js, NestJS, or similar Node.js frameworks.
Strong understanding of RESTful API development.
Experience with asynchronous programming, Promises, and event-driven architecture.
Knowledge of authentication mechanisms such as JWT, OAuth, and SSO.
Experience with version control systems such as Git.
Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Knowledge of Docker and containerization.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
Understanding of Kubernetes is a plus.