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Lead Cloud Native Backend Developer - Merkle, Inc.
Backend Engineer
Lead the design and delivery of high‑performance, cloud‑native backend services using Node.js, TypeScript and GraphQL, while driving API best practices, CI/CD pipelines, and mentoring a Scrum team.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of scalable, maintainable backend services with Node.js, TypeScript and GraphQL.
- Architect secure, cloud‑native APIs focused on performance, resiliency, and observability.
- Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and cross‑functional teams in Agile/Scrum ceremonies.
- Champion best practices in API design, automated testing, and CI/CD integration.
- Conduct code reviews, mentor engineers, and continuously improve development processes.
- Ensure seamless integration with frontend applications and external systems.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience building backend services with Node.js and TypeScript.
- Strong expertise in GraphQL schema design and implementation.
- Hands‑on experience designing, deploying, and operating cloud‑native APIs (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
- Proficiency with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) and automated testing frameworks.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams in an Agile environment and mentor junior developers.
Skills
nodejstypescriptgraphqlcicd