Senior Node.js Developer

ROKO Labs is a fast-growing strategic product and technology consultancy based in NYC. We are seeking a highly motivated and resourceful person who enjoys solving complex problems! We have a great track record of working with large Fortune 500 companies and VC-backed start-ups. We are incredibly proud of our work and would be excited to share it with you! Our clients value that we understand their businesses and help to build products that users love! Additionally, our extended team spans multiple countries, making for fun cultural exchanges.As a Senior Node.js developer in ROKO Labs, you will be part of the team working on large-scale projects, where you will have the opportunity to work on complex solutions using the latest technologies. If you know and love writing clean code, interacting with the Product Owners and Customers, ready to take responsibility for technical decisions — come and join our team of like-minded caring professionals.ResponsibilitiesManaging project delivery activities, including sprint planning, code reviews, mentoring of junior engineers, requirements analysis, and deployments.Overseeing technical implementation of complex business solutions from initial requirements through development and delivery.Designing and configuring automated CI/CD pipelines and providing technical guidance to client development teams.Leading internal demos, organizing development meetings, and facilitating regular cross-team technical alignment.Conducting code reviews, participating in pair programming, and running design sessions to drive code quality and maintainability.Supporting and maintaining production systems, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing performance.Defining architectural patterns and technology roadmaps while participating in hiring processes for Node.js engineering roles.Ideal Candidate QualificationsProven experience as Software Engineer 5+ yearsIn-depth knowledge of Node.jsExperience with databases such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, MongoDBExperience building and consuming REST APIs, or otherwise building and maintaining a production system at scaleIn-depth knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScriptExperience with testing framework such as Jest or Vitest Proficient understanding of Git version control systemUnderstanding the software development life cycle for medium to large projectsFamiliarity with agile methodologies of software development combined with JIRA, Trello, Asana, or similar toolsWritten and spoken English language at the Upper-Intermediate level or higherBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related fieldWill Be a PlusExperience with Docker containersExperience with AWS, Azure or similar cloud providersExperience with messaging systems like RabbitMQ, Kafka, Azure Service Bus, or SQSExperience with document databases like MongoDB or Cosmos DBExperience with Redis, SoA, SOAP APIs, gRPCWe OfferOur developers work on only one project at a time, so there is no need to juggle 2 or more projectsWe work on long-term projects, you have the opportunity to get to know the client and his needs well, as well as the teamYou will have the opportunity to work on complex solutions with the latest technologiesRemote work means it's up to you whether you work from home, on the beach, or in the officeFlexible working hours mean that you can tailor your workday to your preferences, without a time-tracking systemAll our employees will right away receive a contract for an indefinite period (B2B collaboration is also an option)We provide regular feedback as part of our commitment to your ongoing development and successJob role switch, if you want to try some new roles or technologies, we are here to support you by providing opportunities, feedback, and mentorIf you love taking courses or going to conferences, we are always open to discussing education opportunitiesEach team has its own monthly knowledge-sharing sessions combined with weekly talks and brainstorming sessions aimed at improving our current work and processesIf you have a colleague or a friend who could be a good fit for us, we can offer you a referral feeSalary will be based on your experience and skills