Backend Node.JS/Microservices Developer

Responsibilities

Project: The backend microservices team is central to this effort, building RESTful APIs that other teams depend on to deliver seamless guest experiences
We are seeking Node.js Backend Developers with strong JavaScript/TypeScript expertise to join this collaborative environment and help build things the right way
Design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs and backend microservices using Node.js, TypeScript, and Express.js
Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Architects, and Quality Engineers to ensure scalable, reliable solutions
Participate in Agile ceremonies within a Scaled Agile delivery framework
Contribute to integration efforts across multiple systems, ensuring APIs are consumable by dependent teams
Apply engineering best practices including Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), and performance testing
Identify pain points and propose solutions while evangelizing backend development best practices

5+ years of professional software engineering experience
Strong proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js (server side development)
Hands on experience with REST API design and development (Swagger/OpenAPI a plus)
Proficiency with Express.js and backend frameworks
Experience with Document databases (CouchDB preferred) and Relational databases (MSSQL preferred)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins preferred)
Solid understanding of version control systems (Git preferred)
Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical peers
Experience working in Agile environments