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Hire Digital Node.js Developer in Houston, Texas
A technology client is seeking a Node.js developer responsible for managing the interchange of data between the users, client-side applications, and databases. One of the key responsibilities will be the development of all server-side logic, definition, maintenance of the central database, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.
This is a remote position. We welcome candidates from any location. Resumes are to be submitted in English. We do not provide visa sponsorship at this moment.
Responsibilities
Development of server-side logic, including APIs and views.
Integration of user-facing elements developed by front-end developers.
Write reusable, testable, and efficient code.
Design and implementation of low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications.
Maintain database, data-stores, application, and WebSocket servers.
Implementation of security and data protection.
Integration of third party databases, APIs, and monitoring tools.
Devise and execute on simple deployment and autoscaling strategies.
Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests.
Requirements
Strong proficiency in Node.js, frameworks (e.g. Express), and JavaScript.
Good understanding of server-side templating languages, front-end technologies, fundamental design principles, HTML5, and CSS.
Strong understanding of asynchronous Javascript
Experience with common API formats (e.g. JSON, XML, Websockets)
Knowledge of strong encryption methodologies, and common authentication patterns.
Understanding accessibility and security compliance.
Experience developing database schemas and ORMs that both support business processes and promote scalability.
Proficient understanding of code versioning tools.
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