BFF Developer

Responsibilities

• Design and implement GraphQL-based BFF (Backend-for-Frontend) layers to support web and mobile applications.

• Develop and maintain Apollo Server integrations with Node.js for efficient data orchestration across multiple microservices.

• Build, test, and deploy backend components and APIs using modern Node.js frameworks and GraphQL best practices.

• Collaborate closely with front-end engineers to ensure seamless integration between front-end components and backend services.

• Implement AWS AppSync and Lambda resolvers to optimize serverless GraphQL performance (nice to have).

• Design and document microservice communication patterns, API schemas, and data access layers.

• Ensure backend systems are scalable, secure, and maintainable.

• Troubleshoot and optimize performance issues across GraphQL and Node.js layers.

• Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in backend development with a focus on Node.js and GraphQL.

• Strong hands-on experience with Apollo Server (federation, schema stitching, and query optimization).

• Proven experience integrating multiple microservices and creating unified GraphQL schemas.

• Familiarity with microservices architecture and BFF design patterns.

• Experience working with AWS services such as AppSync and Lambda (nice to have).

• Knowledge of React or other front-end frameworks (nice to have) for understanding BFF interactions.

• Strong problem-solving skills and experience working in Agile environments.

• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TypeScript in Node.js environments.

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools.

• Exposure to serverless architecture and AWS ecosystem.

• Understanding of API security, caching strategies, and performance tuning.