[Hiring] NodeJS Software Engineer @stratpoint

Role Description

You will contribute to the backend development efforts, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and ensure seamless integration of backend systems to frontend applications while also providing security, scalability, and availability to the platform.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and implementation of high-performance, secure backend systems using Nest.js and TypeScript, and Kubernetes.
• Develop and maintain backend services such as File Adapter, Pre-Posting, ICCBS Bulk Core, and Fallout Handler.
• Build and maintain integrations with AWS services (SQS, S3, DynamoDB, SES) and Confluent Kafka.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate product requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Implement backend architectures emphasizing security, modularity, scalability, and maintainability.
• Implement end-to-end file processing workflows, including validation, decryption, row-level checks, and transaction segregation.
• Integrate multiple endpoints, data sources, and databases (RDBMS, NoSQL, In Memory) into cohesive backend systems.
• Design, build, and manage REST and GraphQL APIs, including integrations with HIP APIs and ICCBS.
• Implement and manage cron jobs for automated batch processing, monitoring, and error handling.
• Enhance and maintain the Fallout Handler for failed transaction monitoring and automated notifications.
• Integrate backend services with centralized logging and observability tools (e.g., Clairvoyance, Grafana).
• Optimize backend performance and design efficient data schemas aligned with business needs.
• Ensure security and data protection across all layers of the application.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests using Jest or Mocha.
• Ensure API versioning compliance and support deprecation processes.
• Collaborate with DevOps to support smooth CI/CD and deployment workflows.
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation, including API references, system specs, and knowledge base materials.
• Mentor junior engineers through code reviews and best-practice guidance.
• Participate in on-call rotations and resolve production incidents promptly.
• Stay current with emerging backend technologies and advocate improvements that enhance system capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 2+ years of professional backend development experience, with a focus on Node.js and TypeScript.
• Strong understanding of JavaScript, with working experience on Nest.js, is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of backend build tools, configuration tools, and package managers.
• Proficiency in creating RESTful APIs and an understanding of RESTful principles and best practices. Working experience in implementing GraphQL API is highly desirable.
• Experience with unit testing frameworks, specifically using Jest and Mocha; performance optimization and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience in operating systems and server management is a plus.
• Experience with version control using Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Great problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex issues with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience in Agile or Scrum development methodologies.
• Experience with other backend interactions, such as WebSockets and gRPC, is a plus.
• Familiar with microservices and Serverless framework.
• Familiarity with CI/CD processes and DevOps practices is a plus.
• Familiarity with Terraform is a plus.

Benefits

• SSS, Pag-ibig and Philhealth benefits + company contribution.
• A monthly miscellaneous allowance.
• 13th month pay based on your monthly rate.
• Vacation and Sick leave.
• Wellness programs such as Wellness Wednesdays.
• HMO coverage.
• Team buildings and quarterly events (company outings and festive celebrations for Chinese New Year, Valentines, Halloween, and Christmas).
• Friendly intramural competitions.