Backend Developer - NodeJS, Python

Photon6 months ago
Dallas, Texas, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

We are a global digital modernization leader with over 20 years of powering Digital Experiences for the Fortune 500. Based in Dallas, TX, our 4000+ team members have been delivering innovative solutions since 1999. In this role as a Backend Developer, you will work with cutting-edge technologies including Node.js, Python and FAST API to build and enhance robust microservices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain resilient and scalable microservices using Python with the FastAPI framework.
  • Build and integrate efficient RESTful APIs and microservices to support various frontend and internal systems.
  • Leverage your strong Node.js background to contribute to existing services and potentially develop new ones.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps engineers to deliver high-quality, end-to-end features.
  • Write clean, well-documented, and testable code while adhering to industry best practices.
  • Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, from conception and design to deployment and maintenance.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of our architecture and development processes.

Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience in backend development with a strong focus on building microservices.
  • Hands-on experience with Python and the FastAPI framework is essential.
  • A strong background and demonstrable experience with Node.js.
  • Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.
  • Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes is a plus.
  • Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Required Skills

Docker
Kubernetes
Microservices
FastAPI
RESTful API design
Python
MongoDB
Git
Node.js
PostgreSQL