Software Engineer II - MERN Stack & AWS

Job Description

Overview : Our Engineering team thrives on building innovative solutions that drive efficiency, scalability, and user satisfaction. As we expand our digital platforms, were seeking a MERN Stack Developer with AWS expertise to design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications. This role focuses on creating seamless experiences for users while adhering to cloud-native best practices. What You’ll Do : Develop and maintain full-stack applications using React, and Node.js (MERN) . Design and deploy scalable backend services (RESTful APIs/GraphQL) on AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB). Build responsive frontend interfaces with React.js , ensuring high performance and usability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, Design, CloudOps) to translate requirements into technical solutions. Implement CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline. Optimize database schemas (MongoDB/DynamoDB) and ensure secure, efficient data handling. Troubleshoot and debug issues across the stack, ensuring minimal downtime. Stay updated on industry trends in cloud computing (AWS), frontend frameworks, and backend architectures. Required Technical Qualifications : 2+ years of hands-on experience in MERN stack development (Node.js, Express, React, MongoDB). AWS Essentials : Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, S3, EC2, CloudWatch, IAM, and AppSync. Strong understanding of RESTful API design and integration with third-party services. Experience with frontend development : React.js, Redux, HTML5, CSS3, and modern UI libraries (e.g., Material-UI). Backend proficiency : Node.js, Express.js, and integration with databases (MongoDB/PostgreSQL). DevOps Basics : CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and basic AWS ECS/EKS orchestration. Familiarity with serverless architectures and microservices. Knowledge of Git for version control and collaboration. Problem-solving skills with a focus on clean, maintainable code. Preferred Qualifications : Experience with AWS CDK, Serverless Framework or CloudFormation for infrastructure as code. Knowledge of GraphQL and Apollo Client . Familiarity with monitoring tools like CloudWatch or Datadog . Understanding of security best practices (e.g., OAuth, encryption).