Lead Backend Engineer

Lead Backend Engineer
Charlotte, NC 28203

• Position is Hybrid - Charlotte, NC office, in-person attendance 2x/week. NO REMOTE CANDIDATES
• Top 3 Skills: GraphQL API Development, Node.Js, TypeScript
• Possibility of conversion to FTE

Note: MUST be legally authorized to work in the United States.
This role is NOT open to 3rd party providers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform complex application programming activities with an emphasis on: Node, TypeScript, JavaScript, GraphQL, RESTful APIs, and more
• Lead the definition of system architecture and detailed solution design that are scalable and extensible
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Designers, and other engineers on different permutations to find the best solution possible
• Own the quality of code and do your own testing. Automate feature testing and contribute UI testing framework
• Become a subject matter expert for our applications backend and middleware
• Deliver amazing solutions to production that knock everyone's socks off
• Mentor junior developers on the team
• Provide assistance to the technical team as needed
• Assist in interviewing and building out the technical team
• Suggest improvements to optimize delivery

SKILL/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
Mandatory Skills:

• Minimum B.S. / M.S. Computer Science or related equivalent experience
• At least 5+ years of experience designing, developing, and delivering backend applications with Node.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, Restful APIs and related backend frameworks
• At least 5 years of experience building internet-facing applications
• At least 5 years of experience with AWS and/or OpenShift
• Proficient in the following concepts: object-oriented programming, software engineering techniques, quality engineering, parallel programming, databases, etc.
• Proficient in building and consuming RESTful APIs
• Proficient in managing multiple tasks and consistently meeting established timelines
• Experience integrating APIs with front-end and/or mobile-specific frameworks
• Strong collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills"

Desired Skills:

• Financial Services experience and Credit Card experience are a big plus
• Experience with the Apache Cordova framework
• Experience developing Enterprise-wide solutions
• Demonstrable knowledge of:

Experience developing and deploying applications within Kubernetes-based containers

Experience in Agile and SCRUM development techniques

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.

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