Node JS Developer

Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just "drive in and drive out." We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout-free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable - giving us back our most valuable asset, time.

We are looking for a skilled Node.js Developer to join our engineering team and help us build and maintain efficient, scalable backend services. You will be responsible for developing server-side logic, integrating with front-end components, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness.

• Design and implement high-quality backend solutions using Node.js
• Develop RESTful APIs and manage integrations with third-party services
• Work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and QA to deliver features and improvements
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability
• Maintain code quality through test automation and code reviews
• Troubleshoot and debug production issues as needed
  

• 2+ years of experience in backend development using Node.js
• Strong understanding of JavaScript and asynchronous programming
• Experience with Express.js or similar frameworks
• Proficiency in building RESTful APIs and working with JSON
• Good knowledge of databases (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git)
• Understanding of microservices architecture and containerization (Docker is a plus)
• Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Experience with TypeScript
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools and pipelines
• Familiarity with GraphQL or WebSocket-based services

• Languages + Frameworks: TypeScript, React, Scala (principally), Java (limited)
• Datastores: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Snowflake
• Cloud: AWS
• Version control: Git & GitHub
• AI Tooling: Copilot on GitHub
• Observability: Datadog

When you join Metropolis, you’ll join a team of world-class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. Base salary is one component of Metropolis’s total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more.

Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.