Job Description
• *Job Description:**
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Freelance Node.js Developer to join our team on a project-based basis. As a freelance developer, you will be responsible for building scalable, high-performance applications, creating server-side logic, and ensuring the seamless integration of backend systems. You should have extensive experience working with Node.js and the ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• *Key Responsibilities:**
- Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications using Node.js.
- Develop and integrate APIs, ensuring they are robust, secure, and performant.
- Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
- Optimize application performance, including minimizing server load and reducing response times.
- Troubleshoot and debug applications, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
- Ensure that applications are scalable, secure, and maintainable by following best practices.
- Work closely with other stakeholders, including designers, product managers, and other developers, to meet project requirements and deadlines.
- Write clean, well-documented, and reusable code that adheres to industry standards.
- Implement security measures and data protection strategies for applications.
- Perform unit testing and ensure the overall quality of the codebase.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in Node.js and backend development.
• *Qualifications:**
- Proven experience as a Node.js Developer, with a strong portfolio of past projects (please include examples of work).
- Strong proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript (ES6+).
- Experience with backend frameworks like Express.js or Koa.js.
- Experience with database management and integration (MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.).
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and other web services.
- Solid understanding of asynchronous programming and Node.js event-driven architecture.
- Experience with version control systems such as Git.
- Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.) is a plus.
- Experience with authentication and security best practices (OAuth, JWT, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to ensure clear and effective communication with the team and stakeholders.
• *Preferred Skills:**
- Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks like React.js or Vue.js.
- Experience with automated testing and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
- Knowledge of serverless architectures and microservices.
- Understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in an Agile environment.
• *How to Apply:**
If you're passionate about building high-quality, scalable backend solutions and have the relevant experience, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and examples of past Node.js projects, along with a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- As a freelance developer, you will be responsible for building scalable, high-performance applications, creating server-side logic, and ensuring the seamless integration of backend systems
- Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications using Node.js
- Develop and integrate APIs, ensuring they are robust, secure, and performant
- Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
- Optimize application performance, including minimizing server load and reducing response times
- Troubleshoot and debug applications, identifying and resolving issues promptly
- Ensure that applications are scalable, secure, and maintainable by following best practices
- Work closely with other stakeholders, including designers, product managers, and other developers, to meet project requirements and deadlines
- Write clean, well-documented, and reusable code that adheres to industry standards
- Implement security measures and data protection strategies for applications
- Perform unit testing and ensure the overall quality of the codebase
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in Node.js and backend development
Requirements
- You should have extensive experience working with Node.js and the ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Proven experience as a Node.js Developer, with a strong portfolio of past projects (please include examples of work)
- Strong proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript (ES6+)
- Experience with backend frameworks like Express.js or Koa.js
- Experience with database management and integration (MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.)
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and other web services
- Solid understanding of asynchronous programming and Node.js event-driven architecture
- Experience with version control systems such as Git
- Experience with authentication and security best practices (OAuth, JWT, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and efficiently
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to ensure clear and effective communication with the team and stakeholders
- Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks like React.js or Vue.js
- Experience with automated testing and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD)
- Knowledge of serverless architectures and microservices
- Understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in an Agile environment