Zurigroup2mo ago

Software Developer – Backend / API Focus (Freelance)

United StatesRemotePart-timemid

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Overview: We are seeking an experienced Software Developer to help design, implement, and enhance software updates for an existing production system. This role will focus on backend development,

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OtherBackend EngineeringSoftware Developer

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Software Developer to help design, implement, and enhance software updates for an existing production system. This role will focus on backend development, API architecture, and database design, with an emphasis on building scalable, maintainable solutions in a cloud-based environment.

Design and implement enhancements and updates to an existing software platform;

Develop and maintain robust, well-documented APIs;

Collaborate on database schema design and performance optimization;

Write clean, maintainable, and testable code using modern backend frameworks, such as Node.js, Nest.js, and/or Typescript;

Participate in technical design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions;

Troubleshoot, debug, and improve system reliability and performance; and

Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

5+ years of experience designing and implementing backend services and APIs;

Experience building applications using NestJS or a comparable Node.js framework;

Understanding of and exposure to API architecture and development (RESTful services, versioning, authentication, etc.);

Experience working with PostgreSQL or another relational database;

Experience with Azure or another major cloud platform;

Experience working with and improving existing systems, not just greenfield development;

Highly analytical, technically proficient, and able to learn new tools and software quickly.

Drive to solve problems efficiently and creatively on your own within delivery timelines.

Experience developing with a focus on prioritizing clean architecture, documentation, and long-term maintainability

Demonstrated commitment to fostering and maintaining an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee assigned to this classification. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time.

Familiarity with TypeScript a plus;

Direct experience with NestJS;

Strong database design skills, including schema design and query optimization;

Experience with cloud-native or containerized deployments; and

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices, Azure preferred.