Lead Fullstack Engineer (Contract)

Minimum 8 years of experience/expertise in the following areas specified below:

Design and implement scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js

Utilize serverless services, namely AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, or RDS for robust backend infrastructure

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and execute on technical requirements

Optimize system performance and troubleshoot complex issues

Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and growth

Stay updated with the latest Node.js and AWS technologies to drive continuous improvement

Experience in Agile software development methodologies.

Expertise in applying Object-Oriented Programming principles (abstraction, encapsulation).

High-level design proficiency following UML / C4 / ArchiMate.

Experience in creating and implementing well-tested, scalable, and performant enterprise-level systems.

Practice and initiative mentoring other engineers and decision-makers throughout the organization.

Good understanding of SOLID principles.

Familiarity with OWASP.

Proficiency in the English language.

Additional Experience Desired:

Ability to optimize backend performance and troubleshoot complex issues.

Familiarity with modern frontend build tools and CI/CD pipelines.

Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards challenges.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Professional software engineering experience, working on multi-discipline teams

Experience in backend development with expertise in node.js

Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.

Strong knowledge of AWS services like Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB/RDS, and S3.

Experience with containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes (optional).

Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards challenges.

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Object-Relational Mappers (ORMs)

Architectural (Microservices, Serverless etc) and Design (Factory, Singleton, Observer etc) Patterns

Unit Testing