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Node JS Architect at Cognizant Technology Solutions

  • Full-time
  • Remote, Worldwide
  • $140,000 - $155,000

Node JS Architect

Responsibilities:

  • Architect and develop highly scalable, secure, and efficient backend systems using Node.js
  • Design, implement, and optimize microservices architecture with event-driven systems
  • Lead high-level technical discussions, setting coding standards and best practices
  • Work with cross-functional teams (frontend, DevOps, product managers) to align business needs with technical execution
  • Optimize databases for high availability and performance (PostgreSQL, MySQL)
  • Oversee CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud infrastructure (AWS)
  • Implement and enforce security best practices, authentication (OAuth, JWT), and data protection strategies
  • Conduct code reviews, mentor junior and mid-level developers, and drive a culture of excellence
  • Monitor application performance, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement optimizations for scalability and resilience
  • Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends, bringing innovation to the team

Skills:

  • More than 15 years of software development experience with at least 8 years in Node.js and backend development
  • Expert in JavaScript and TypeScript with deep knowledge of asynchronous programming, event loops, and design patterns
  • Strong experience in building and scaling microservices and distributed systems
  • Proficiency with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL)
  • Hands-on experience with message brokers (Pulsar, Kafka)
  • Expertise in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and DevOps practices
  • Experience with serverless architectures (AWS Lambda) is a plus
  • Proficiency in automated testing (unit, integration, end-to-end) using Mocha or similar frameworks
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills with experience leading development teams
  • Ability to drive architectural decisions and align business goals with technical solutions
  • Familiarity with observability tools (Datadog)
  • Exposure to WMS Systems, Mobile Applications, Warehouse Automation

Benefits:

  • 💼 Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • 💰 Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 🏦 401(k) plan and contributions
  • ⚕️ Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • 👶 Paid Parental Leave
  • 📈 Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Salary: $140,000 - $155,000 yearly

Application Deadline: 6/15/2025

Published 13 days ago • Expires August 01, 2025 08:09