Job Title: Senior Backend Engineer

Company Name: axiusSoftware

Job Url: https://www.simplyhired.com/job/oHYMT6i7wyqle_vIwXp7f9ho3WxNUwrMc7id5XtvNUO93XDphkf5kg

Job Description: Senior Backend Engineer – Node.js & Microservices
axiusSoftware
Remote

Job Details
Permanent | Full-time
$40,000 - $95,000 a month
1 day ago
Benefits
Flexible schedule
Qualifications
CI/CD
Performance tuning
Azure
Node.js
OAuth 2.0
5 years
DevOps
System design
English
Google Cloud Platform
MongoDB
Scalable systems
Microservices
SQL
AWS
Solution architecture design
Express.js
Docker
PostgreSQL
Next.js
Continuous integration
Redis
RabbitMQ
Cloud Native Design
Scalability
Software testing
Developing and maintaining backend systems
Technical troubleshooting support
Kafka
GraphQL
Distributed computing
Senior level
Cross-functional collaboration
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Node.js Developer with strong expertise in microservices architecture to design, develop, and scale high-performance backend systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building distributed systems, working with APIs, and deploying scalable services in a cloud-native environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable backend services using Node.js
Architect and implement microservices-based solutions
Build and maintain RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs
Ensure high performance, reliability, and scalability of applications
Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams for end-to-end delivery
Implement inter-service communication (e.g., message queues, event-driven architecture)
Optimize database queries and data models for performance
Ensure code quality through best practices, code reviews, and testing
Troubleshoot production issues and ensure system stability
Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy
Required Skills & Qualifications

5+ years of experience in backend development with Node.js
Strong experience in microservices architecture (mandatory)
Proficiency in frameworks such as Express.js / NestJS
Experience with API design (REST/GraphQL)
Hands-on experience with databases:
SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and/or
NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis)
Experience with message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar)
Familiarity with Docker & containerization
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP)
Strong understanding of system design and distributed systems
Preferred Skills

Experience with Kubernetes
Knowledge of event-driven architecture
Exposure to API Gateway, service mesh
Experience in high-traffic or scalable platforms
Familiarity with security best practices (OAuth, JWT, etc.)
Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Clear communication and ownership mindset
Ability to work in a competitive environment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00 - $95,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):

Mention your current LPA and expected LPA
Experience:

Node.js: 3 years (Required)
Microservices: 2 years (Required)
PostgreSQL: 2 years (Required)
Language:

English (Required)
Work Location: Remote