Job description
Job details
- Location: Niles, Cook County
- Work mode: Remote
- Employment type: Contract (Not an internship)
- Salary: USD 197,600 - 208,000 per year
Role overview
Pyramid, Inc is seeking a skilled Senior Backend / API Developer to join their team. This is a high-impact role focusing on the development of scalable APIs using Node.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL. The successful candidate will be responsible for architecting robust server-side logic and ensuring seamless integration between the backend and frontend services.
Job details
This is a full-time contract position based in Niles, Cook County, and is available as a Remote role. This is not an internship. The compensation for this position ranges from 197,600 USD to 208,000 USD per year.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js and TypeScript.
- Develop and maintain efficient GraphQL schemas to optimize data retrieval.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define API specifications and system architecture.
- Optimize application performance and ensure high availability of backend services.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry best practices.
Requirements
- Extensive professional experience in backend development with Node.js and TypeScript.
- Proven track record of building and deploying production-ready GraphQL APIs.
- Strong understanding of asynchronous programming and event-driven architecture.
- Experience with database design and optimization for high-traffic applications.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining high productivity.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
- 401(k) retirement plan options.
- Paid sick leave based on work location.
- Opportunity for long-term contract extension.
Keywords
Node.jsTypeScriptGraphQLAPI DevelopmentBackend EngineeringRESTJavaScriptMicroservices