Senior Backend Developer; Node.js/Nest.js
Schenectady, Schenectady County, New York, 12309, USA
Listed on 2026-05-30
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Software Development
Backend Developer, Cloud Engineer - Software
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The Role:We are looking for a Senior Backend (Node.js / Nest.js) Developer to join our fast‑growing network. You’ll be responsible for building modern and scalable web applications, working closely with backend developers and designers to create intuitive user experiences.
This is a long‑term, full‑time remote role with opportunities to work on innovative projects that make a difference.
What we’re looking for:- 5+ years with Node.js and 3+ past years with Nest.js
- Strong expertise in Node.js and Nest.js frameworks.
- Proven experience building REST and/or Graph
QL APIs. - Solid experience with relational and/or No
SQL databases (e.g., Postgre
SQL, MySQL, Mongo
DB). - Familiarity with authentication/authorization mechanisms (JWT, OAuth2).
- Experience with unit/integration testing (e.g., Jest, Mocha).
- Proficiency with Git and version control workflows.
- Located in CET timezone (+/- 3 hours), we are unable to consider applications from candidates in other time zones.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices.
- Understanding of event‑driven architecture and message brokers (e.g., Rabbit
MQ, Kafka). - Experience with Docker and containerized applications.
- Knowledge of microservices and serverless architectures.
- Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure backend applications using Node.js and Nest.js.
- Implement RESTful APIs, Graph
QL endpoints, and microservices architectures. - Optimize application performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Integrate with databases (SQL/No
SQL) and external services via APIs. - Ensure code quality, security, and compliance with industry standards.
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- No more unreliable clients. Enjoy on‑time monthly payments with flexible withdrawal options.
- Predictable project hours
- Enjoy a harmonious work‑life balance with consistent 8‑hour working days with clients.
- Flex days, so you can recharge
- Enjoy up to 24 flex days off per year without losing pay, for full‑time positions found through Proxify.
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- Compensation
- Enjoy the same pay, every month with positions landed through Proxify.
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