Backend Developer with Node.js/Typescript

• United States

• Contract
• Yes
• 16092

Job Description

CTG is seeking to fill a Backend Developer (Node.js/TypeScript) position for our client. Location: Remote Duration: 12 months Duties:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and RESTful APIs using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Build reusable modules and components with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Develop and integrate event-driven services using Apache Kafka, including producers, consumers, and message processing workflows.
• Implement error handling, retry strategies, and operational visibility for Kafka-based services.
• Build, deploy, and support cloud-native applications on Microsoft Azure following security and architectural best practices.
• Collaborate with DevOps and platform teams to support CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and environment configuration.
• Troubleshoot production issues by analyzing logs and metrics, identifying root causes, and implementing long-term solutions.
• Enhance system observability through monitoring, dashboards, alerts, and operational documentation.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, refine requirements, estimate work, and deliver iterative solutions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and operations teams to ensure successful delivery.

Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript for backend development.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and building distributed systems.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka and event-driven architecture.
• Experience developing and deploying applications on Microsoft Azure.
• Knowledge of Git-based workflows, pull requests, and code review practices.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• Understanding of application monitoring, logging, and production support processes.

Experience:

• Proven experience developing scalable backend services in a cloud environment.
• Experience building and supporting production systems with high availability and reliability requirements.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Preferred: Experience with Azure DevOps or similar pipeline tools.
• Preferred: Familiarity with observability practices such as metrics, tracing, and dashboards.
• Preferred: Experience integrating backend services with frontend applications or API gateways.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required. CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role. To Apply: To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Recruiter Rebecca Olan at [email protected]. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you! The expected base salary for this position ranges from $100,000 to $125,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered. About CTG CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com. Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people. CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job