Full Stack Developer

Essential Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in backend technologies (e.g., Node.js and AWS Lambda)
• Experience with database management systems (e.g., S3, DynamoDB, RDS).
• Knowledge of API design and development.
• Familiarity with server-side frameworks (e.g., Express, Django, Spring).
• Understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms. (AWS Cognito)
• Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker).
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail in code reviews.
• Commitment to code quality, scalability, and data security.
• Knowledge of security tooling and scanning (AWS WAF, sonarcube / snyk / github security for SAST, dependabot)

Desirable Skills and Competencies:

• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, JUnit, React Testing Library, Playwright, Cypress).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles.
• Contribution to open-source projects or a strong GitHub profile.
• Awareness of performance optimisation techniques.
• Continuous learning and adaptation to emerging technologies in backend development.