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We foster a culture of innovation, growth, and empowerment, offering you the opportunity to tackle complex challenges, work with cutting-edge solutions, and contribute to impactful advancements in the payment landscape. Collaborate with passionate professionals in a purpose-driven environment where our core values—simplification, empowerment, and progress—fuel everything we do. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career, Miura is the place for you. We are seeking a talented Mid-Senior Node.js Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in backend development, emphasising system performance optimisation, reliability, and robust API creation. This position presents an opportunity to engage with complex technical challenges and make a significant impact on the success of our projects. ## Job responsibilities: - Design and implement scalable, efficient, and secure backend solutions using Node.js. - Develop and optimize RESTful APIs for seamless integration with frontend applications and external systems. - Build and maintain microservices architectures with a strong emphasis on scalability, fault tolerance, and high availability. - Analyze system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to ensure fast response times and resource efficiency. - Ensure data integrity and consistency by leveraging advanced database features (e.g., PostgreSQL transactions, indexing, and constraints). - Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex backend issues in production and development environments. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, to optimize CI/CD pipelines and streamline deployment processes. - Implement robust logging, monitoring, and alerting mechanisms to ensure system reliability and proactively address potential issues. - Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices for building high-performance backend systems. ## What we expect of you: - 4+ years of professional experience in backend development with Node.js. - Proficiency in designing and maintaining scalable system architectures, including microservices. - Deep understanding of relational databases like PostgreSQL and MySQL, including experience with query optimization and advanced database features. - Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, or DigitalOcean) and scalable infrastructure deployment. - Strong understanding of functional programming concepts in JavaScript or TypeScript, including immutability and higher-order functions. - Experience with caching strategies using Redis or Memcached to improve performance. - Familiarity with event-driven architectures and message brokers such as RabbitMQ or Kafka. - Proficiency in securing APIs, managing authentication protocols (OAuth2, JWT), and implementing access controls. ## Soft Skills: - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges. - A detail-oriented mindset to ensure the quality and consistency of deliverables. - Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and explain technical concepts clearly. - A proactive approach to identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks and inefficiencies. - Adaptability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments while maintaining a focus on performance goals. ## Why join Miura: - High-Impact Projects: Work on systems that scale to serve large user bases and process significant volumes of data. - Performance-Focused Innovation: Contribute to cutting-edge solutions that prioritize speed, reliability, and efficiency. - Ownership Opportunities: Drive impactful changes in system architecture and technical processes. - Flexibility: Work remotely from anywhere or choose a hybrid/office-based arrangement in the UK. - Competitive Compensation: We offer a salary package that reflects your skills and experience. 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