Senior Backend Developer, BeyondTrust

• 6+ years of proven backend development experience
• Strong proficiency in Node.js, React, and Next.js
• Experience with headless CMS platforms, especially Contentful
• Solid understanding of SQL, NoSQL, and GraphQL databases
• Expertise in building RESTful APIs and integrating with front-end frameworks
• Familiarity with PHP and frameworks like Laravel, Yii2, Zend, or Symfony (secondary skill)
• Experience migrating from monolithic to distributed architectures
• Knowledge of OWASP security principles, especially the Top 10
• 1+ year of experience with AWS cloud services; AWS certifications preferred
• Experience with CI/CD automation and Gitflow workflow

Desirable

• The Sr. Backend Developer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend systems that support the company’s public-facing digital properties, primarily within marketing
• This role emphasizes modern JavaScript frameworks and distributed architectures, while also requiring proficiency in traditional programming languages to facilitate legacy system migrations
• Develop and maintain server-side logic using Node.js, ensuring high performance and responsiveness
• Integrate user-facing elements built with React and Next.js into backend services
• Build reusable APIs, libraries, and interfaces for future scalability
• Migrate legacy monolithic applications (PHP) to distributed, microservices-based architectures
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and reliability
• Maintain and manage cloud infrastructure (AWS)
• Implement robust security measures and data protection strategies
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues from multiple teams via email and ticketing systems
• Participate in and lead calls with cross-functional stakeholders