Node.js Developer - Leading UAE Bank

Are you a backend developer who thrives on building scalable services, working with cloud-native architectures, and solving complex technical problems? We’re looking for a Senior Node.js Developer to work on cutting-edge digital banking platforms for one of the largest financial institutions in the UAE.

Why Join Us?
This role is part of a long-term digital transformation initiative that impacts millions of users. You’ll be working in a collaborative Agile environment, delivering mission-critical services with a team that values performance, quality, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs using Node.js
• Work hands-on with GraphQL for real-time and flexible API consumption
• Integrate with API gateways (e.g., 3Scale) and SSO/token-based authentication mechanisms
• Implement containerization using Docker and Kubernetes, optimizing for cloud environments
• Manage task/message queues (e.g., Kafka, AWS SQS, Azure Queues) for async processing
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure seamless delivery
• Participate in performance tuning, monitoring, and debugging in distributed systems
• Contribute to CI/CD processes and deployment automation pipelines
• Ensure best practices in coding, testing, security, and documentation
• Research and benchmark new technologies to maintain competitive edge

Required Qualifications:

• Degree or postgrad in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on backend development experience in Node.js & JavaScript
• At least 1 year of experience with TypeScript
• Proficient with API design, microservices architecture, and database integration
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and sprint-based delivery

Preferred Experience:

• Exposure to banking, fintech, or high-compliance enterprise environments
• Understanding of regulatory and data security standards in financial services
• Experience working in a DevOps culture with continuous integration and cloud infrastructure

Soft Skills & Traits:

• Technically sound with the ability to influence architectural decisions
• Proactive, self-driven, and takes ownership end-to-end
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders