RGH-Global Limited
Backend Developer Node.js
Remote Backend Development role with clear candidate location fit.
PostedJul 10, 2026
Eligible countries1 accepted country
Seniority signalMiddle
Work settingRemote
Accepted candidate locations
USA
Role overview
Backend Developer Node.js
Requirements and responsibilities
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Responsibilities
- Design and implement serverless backend solutions using Node.js, MySQL, and AWS technologies.
- Develop and maintain APIs and microservices to support various applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and propose effective solutions.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and trends in backend development and AWS services.
- Document technical specifications, architectural decisions, and codebase to ensure knowledge sharing and system reliability.
- Optimise database schemas, queries, and indexes for efficient data storage and retrieval.
- Implement caching strategies to enhance system performance and reduce latency.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in Node.js development with a deep understanding of its core principles and ecosystem.
- Extensive experience in designing and building serverless architectures using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and related services.
- Strong knowledge of distributed systems and the ability to design scalable, fault-tolerant applications.
- Expertise in working with MySQL databases, including design, query optimisation, and performance tuning.
- Significant experience with AWS services, including S3, DynamoDB, SQS, SNS, IAM, Athena, and CloudWatch.
Desirable Skills
- Familiarity with containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker).
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience with serverless frameworks like Serverless, AWS SAM, Terraform, or CloudFormation.
- Experience with AWS Fargate for container-based deployments.
- Knowledge of AWS Lambda Layers and custom runtimes.
- Fully remote (UK only), although the ability to travel to London 1 day a month for team get-togethers is preferred.
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