Job Title: Lead/Senior Node.js Developer
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly experienced senior full-stack developer (15+ years) with a focus on Node.js to architect, develop, and optimize scalable applications that facilitate warehouse operations. As a key technical leader, you will drive the design of microservices and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge applications. This role requires deep expertise in Node.js, system architecture, cloud platforms, and high-performance applications.
Key Responsibilities:
• Architect and develop highly scalable, secure, and efficient backend systems using Node.js
• Design, implement, and optimize microservices architecture with event-driven systems
• Design, implement, and optimize on-device database service
• Design, implement, and optimize React Native application used in warehouse operations.
• Lead high-level technical discussions, setting coding standards and best practices.
• Work with cross-functional teams (frontend, DevOps, product managers) to align business needs with technical execution.
• Optimize databases for high availability and performance (PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Oversee CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud infrastructure (AWS).
• Implement and enforce security best practices, authentication (OAuth, JWT), and data protection strategies.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior and mid-level developers, and drive a culture of excellence.
• Monitor application performance, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement optimizations for scalability and resilience.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends, bringing innovation to the team.
Requirements:
• 15+ years of software development experience, with at least 8 years in Node.js and backend development.
• Expert in React Native, JavaScript and TypeScript, with deep knowledge of asynchronous programming, event loops, and design patterns.
• Strong experience in building and scaling microservices and distributed systems.
• Proficiency with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, T SQL, TSQL-T).
• Hands-on experience with message brokers (Pulsar).
• Awareness in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency in automated testing (unit, integration, end-to-end) using Mocha or similar frameworks.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with experience leading development teams.
• Ability to drive architectural decisions and align business goals with technical solutions.
Nice-to-Have:
• Familiarity with observability tools (Datadog).
• Exposure to WMS Systems, Mobile Applications, Warehouse Automation, 3PL, Voice
About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high-caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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