Senior Backend Developer

About Us:
We are a fast-growing tech company revolutionizing the Point of Sale (POS) industry with our cutting-edge, cloud-based POS system. Our platform empowers businesses to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and scale effortlessly. We are looking for a talented and experienced Senior Node.js/Nest.js Developer to join our team and help us take our product to the next level.

Role Overview:
As a Senior Node.js Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining the backend of our POS system. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Node.js, Nest.js, PostgreSQL, and AWS, along with a passion for building robust and efficient systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services for our POS system using Node.js and Nest.js.
• Optimize and scale PostgreSQL databases for high performance and reliability.
• Implement and manage cloud-based infrastructure on AWS, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver seamless integrations and new features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues, ensuring the stability and performance of the system.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to code reviews to maintain high-quality standards.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve our product.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development with Node.js.
• Strong expertise in Nest.js framework.
• Proficient in PostgreSQL, including database design, optimization, and query tuning.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and event-driven systems.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams.
• Experience in the POS or retail industry is a plus.

Nice-to-Have:

• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of TypeScript and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with real-time communication technologies (e.g., WebSockets).
• Understanding of security best practices for backend systems.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to work on a product that impacts thousands of businesses worldwide.