Backend Developer

Job Description:


Our client is seeking two skilled Software Developers-one Mid-Level and one Senior -to help build modern, high-performance web applications used across their enterprise. This team is focused on delivering scalable, user-friendly digital solutions that streamline operations and enhance customer experience.


This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing engineering group where your ideas matter, your work has direct impact, and you get to solve meaningful problems using modern JavaScript frameworks.


What You'll Do:


Core Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, component-driven UIs using React and Next.js
• Build and consume GraphQL APIs using modern tooling (Apollo, Relay, etc.)
• Collaborate closely with product, UX, QA, and other engineers to deliver high-quality features
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and architecture discussions
• Ensure performance, scalability, and best practices across the application
• Troubleshoot issues and optimize code for speed, reliability, and maintainability

Senior Developer Additional Responsibilities

• Mentor junior and mid-level developers
• Drive best practices for code quality, testing, and documentation
• Identify technical gaps and propose solutions for long-term product improvement
• Take ownership of complex features and cross-team initiatives

What We're Looking For:


Required Skills (Mid-Level)

• 3+ years of professional JavaScript/TypeScript development
• Strong hands-on experience with React
• Working knowledge of Next.js (SSR, SSG, routing, API routes, etc.)
• Experience with GraphQL on the client or server side
• Understanding of component architecture, state management, and UI performance
• Ability to work in an agile environment and collaborate well with others

Required Skills (Senior)

• 5+ years of professional full-stack or front-end experience
• Deep expertise with React , including hooks, optimization, and component design
• Strong production experience with Next.js (ideally v12-14)
• Solid experience building, designing, and troubleshooting GraphQL schemas, queries, and resolvers
• Strong architectural thinking and ability to lead technical initiatives
• Experience mentoring other developers and influencing engineering standards

Nice-to-Have Skills:


(Not required - candidates can learn on the job.)

• AWS, Azure, or similar cloud experience
• REST APIs alongside GraphQL
• Testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright)
• CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Jenkins)
• UI/UX collaboration experience
• Background in manufacturing, logistics, or enterprise systems