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    Sr NodeJS Engineer

    • Hybrid
      • Cluj-Napoca, Cluj, Romania
    • Engineering Cj

    Job description

    At SoftGenius, we blend innovation with passion to lead the iGaming and online entertainment industry. As a pioneer in the iGaming and online entertainment sector, we are committed to revolutionizing the digital landscape with our next-generation platform. Our mission is to create immersive, engaging, and seamless experiences that captivate and entertain users worldwide.

    We don’t just believe that our people are our greatest asset, WE KNOW IT! We foster a vibrant and inclusive workplace where creativity and collaboration thrive. Our team of talented professionals is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and delivering exceptional products that set new standards in the industry.

    We are not just a company, we are a community that values the unique perspectives and talents of our people and are committed to providing a supportive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Join us at SoftGenius, and be a part of a forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of online entertainment.

    Position overview:

    We are looking to expand our talented team with an experienced Senior Backend Developer. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-performance backend services and APIs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimize scalable solutions while ensuring the highest standards of security and code quality.

    Responsibilities within the team:

    • Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Node.js backend applications and APIs;

    • Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and performance;

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration between frontend and backend services;

    • Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software issues;

    • Estimate time for tasks/modules based on different estimation techniques;

    • Ensure the security and integrity of applications through best practices and compliance standards;

    • Implement and maintain database schemas, queries, and performance tuning;

    • Work with CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment and improve development workflows;

    • Stay up to date with emerging technologies, frameworks, and best practices.

    Job requirements

    Facing the challenges of the role require:

    • 6+ years of experience as a backend developer with Node.js;

    • Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript;

    • Extensive experience with Node.js frameworks such as Express.js or Nest.js;

    • Solid understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven architecture, and microservices;

    • Proficiency in SQL and database schema design (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) as well as NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis, etc.);

    • Experience with RESTful API design and development, along with GraphQL knowledge being a plus;

    • Strong understanding of service-based/component-based architecture;

    • Hands-on experience with Docker and containerized applications;

    • Familiarity with message queues (RabbitMQ, Kafka) and event-driven architecture;

    • Proficiency with code versioning tools like Git;

    • Expertise in Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines;

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and within a team.

    Could bring additional value:

    • Experience with Azure DevOps and Kubernetes;

    • Exposure to DevOps practices, infrastructure as code (Helm, Terraform, Ansible) and monitoring tools;

    • Understanding of front-end technologies (Angular) for collaboration purposes.

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