Description
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a Tech Lead Backend Software Engineer (Node.js). The role is permanent position based in Zurich Canton & comes with good home office allowance.
Your role:
* Contribute to an evolving software architecture & participating in the architecture board.
* Act as a technical lead within the Backend team via the mentoring & coaching engineers.
* Lead major initiatives & projects on a technical level & optimize data pipelines & service performance.
* Build & maintain services mainly written in Node.js with NestJS using Redis, DynamoDB, SQL databases, & SOLR.
* Work in an agile project team & deliver robust backend functionality & services.
Your Skills & Experience:
* At least 5+ years of professional experience in Backend Software Engineering.
* Strong expertise in Node.js.
* Skilled & experienced in Backend technologies such as Redis, DynamoDB & SQL Databases & Modern Service Frameworks like NestJS.
* Familiar with GraphQL, Containerized Development & Hosting (Docker) & AWS CLI &/or Console
* Experience in working with Git & Automated CI/CD Pipelines & Release Cycles.
* A solid knowledge of Caching Strategies.
* Any experience in Technical Leadership & Software Architecture is considered a plus.
Your Profile:
* Completed University Degree in the area Computer Science or Similar.
* Motivated & committed.
* Fluent in English (spoken & written). Any German language skills are considered advantageous.