Senior Backend Developer

Company Description

Code Encoders is a Lahore-based company specializing in Blockchain technology, web and mobile app development. With a solid foundation of up to 7 years in crafting high-quality software solutions, we blend technical excellence with creative innovation. Our services extend from Blockchain to content writing, digital marketing, and UI/UX design, delivering state-of-the-art solutions that captivate and engage.

Job Summary:

We seek a Senior Backend Developer with over 4 years of experience in Node.js to drive backend development for our projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in creating robust, scalable applications and have experience managing end-to-end development processes. You will work closely with our frontend and product teams to bring exciting projects to life, ensuring efficient and effective backend solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize server-side applications using Node.js.
• Architect and implement RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints for seamless communication with frontend applications.
• Design and manage databases (SQL and NoSQL) ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and ensure best practices are followed across the team.
• Implement robust authentication, authorization, and data validation processes.
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to create and deploy scalable, resilient solutions.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex backend issues.
• Maintain documentation for technical architecture and codebase.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in backend development, specifically with Node.js.
• Expertise in JavaScript and TypeScript, with strong knowledge of asynchronous programming and event-driven architectures.
• Proficient in database technologies like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, etc.
• Experience with microservices architecture, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of API integration, REST, and GraphQL.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks such as Mocha, Chai, Jest, or similar.
• Proficient with version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of frontend technologies and frameworks (React, Vue.js) for improved collaboration.
• Exposure to Agile and Scrum methodologies.