Senior Backend / Node.js Developer in Insoftex

We invite an experienced Back-end Developer with strong expertise in Node.js, Kafka, and MongoDB. As a back-end developer you will will be involved in developing outstanding SaaS and mobile software platforms for improving production efficiency of residential and commercial solar energy panels. The platform is based on a robust, scalable and highly integrated solution that supports delivery of extensive volume of measured IoT data and high volume of transactions.

In this role, you will be a part of a core team and responsible for key technical decisions, end-to-end software engineering operations. You will be required to see the project from a conception to final products, work closely with other team members to integrate your solution in scalable platform.

Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Working closely with the client to elicit feature requirements
• Design and develop scalable solutions for front-end and back-end
• Code development, Code optimisation, Code review and testing of key functionality
• Implementing new features, working with module integrations and architectural challenges
• Working with build systems, deployment scripts and automated testing
• Meeting both technical and consumer needs

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Sciences
• 4+ years commercial experience in back-end development
• Strong experience with Back-end stack such as Node.js, Kafka, and MongoDB and related frameworks (e.g., GraphQL, microservices, RESTful API)
• Experience with DevOps tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, virtualization, and clasterization)
• Good experience in building scalable SaaS platforms used by a high volume of subscribers/customers
• Multi-tasking, attention to detail, and ability to contribute to complex projects
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills, ability to handle uncertainty
• Good communication and writing skills in English

Bonus points for knowledge of

• Front-end stack such as React and related frameworks and libraries

Client and Domain

• Client: a software product company
• Country: Germany
• Domain: Energy Management / Solar Energy