Technical Architect (Node.js+React)

Job Description:

Were looking for a Tech Lead / Architect with strong backend proficiency and a proven track record in building modern, scalable web applications. The ideal candidate should be highly skilled in Node.js and React.js with strong experience in system architecture, database design, data pipelines, and cloud-native deployments (AWS & GCP). This role will lead technical strategy, ensure system reliability, and drive engineering excellence across teams, with a strong emphasis on hands-on ownership and analytical problem-solving.

Role & Responsibilities

• Architect and build scalable, high-performance applications using Node.js and React.js
• Design and develop secure APIs and microservices with a backend-heavy approach
• Build and manage data pipelines using Python scripts, AWS Lambda, or cloud-native tools
• Work with PostgreSQL or other SQL databases for data modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning
• Design and implement custom business logic and domain-specific backend functions
• Create analytical tools, internal utilities, and data-driven solutions.
• Build bespoke functions and game/business-specific logic tailored to product requirements
• Work across AWS and GCP environments, including Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized deployments
• Continuously improve system reliability, scalability, and performance

Skills Required

• 8+ years of full-stack development experience with strong backend ownership
• Strong proficiency in Node.js (Express, NestJS, or similar frameworks)
• Hands-on experience with React.js for modern web application development
• Solid experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases
• Experience working with BigQuery for analytics and large-scale data processing
• Strong knowledge of AWS services and exposure to GCP
• Experience building data pipelines using Python or serverless (AWS Lambda) approaches
• Proven ability to build custom backend functions and analytical tooling
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and design patterns