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Lead Backend Engineer

C.C. Pace Systems
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

Description

Additional Information :

  • Hybrid role. Local Charlotte area candidates will need to come to office 2x per week.
  • Possible conversion to FTE

Role Overview :

The Backend GraphQL Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing a robust GraphQL API layer using TypeScript. The developer will ensure seamless integration with multiple one main business unit systems, building scalable, secure, and high-performance APIs. This role also involves collaboration with various teams to optimize data flow and maintain API security.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Design and develop GraphQL APIs using TypeScript to integrate with document management and PDF generation systems.
  • Collaborate with backend teams to integrate with Multi Product systems.
  • Optimize GraphQL query performance for complex document workflows and large data volumes.
  • Ensure APIs are scalable, secure, and extensible for future services.
  • Implement role-based access controls and authentication mechanisms, integrating with client's Okta for security.
  • Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for the GraphQL schema and API endpoints.
  • Work closely with the QA team to implement and automate testing for the GraphQL API.
  • Technical Skills and Qualifications :

  • Proficiency in TypeScript : Strong experience in developing with TypeScript, ensuring code quality, scalability, and maintainability.
  • GraphQL API Development : Deep knowledge of GraphQL schema design, queries, mutations, subscriptions, and error handling.
  • Node.js : Experience with Node.js for server-side development, including building APIs and handling asynchronous programming.
  • API Security : Familiarity with role-based access control, JWT tokens, OAuth, and integration with authentication systems like Okta.
  • Database Integration : Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases, optimizing data retrieval through GraphQL.
  • Testing Frameworks : Experience with unit and integration testing using frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, or Cypress, specifically for GraphQL APIs.
  • CI / CD and Version Control : Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and version control systems like Git.
  • Performance Optimization : Strong experience optimizing GraphQL queries for speed and efficiency, particularly for high-volume data transactions.
  • Agile / Scrum : Familiarity with Agile development processes and working in cross-functional teams.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience with Apollo Server or similar GraphQL servers.
  • Familiarity with serverless architecture and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
  • Understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API integration.
  • Top 3 Skills : GraphQL API Development, Node.Js, TypeScript

    Mandatory Skills / Technical Skills and Qualifications :

  • Proficiency in TypeScript : Strong experience in developing with TypeScript, ensuring code quality, scalability, and maintainability.
  • GraphQL API Development : Deep knowledge of GraphQL schema design, queries, mutations, subscriptions, and error handling.
  • Node.js : Experience with Node.js for server-side development, including building APIs and handling asynchronous programming.
  • API Security : Familiarity with role-based access control, JWT tokens, OAuth, and integration with authentication systems like Okta.
  • Database Integration : Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases, optimizing data retrieval through GraphQL. Testing Frameworks : Experience with unit and integration testing using frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, or Cypress, specifically for GraphQL APIs. CI / CD and Version Control : Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and version control systems like Git.
  • Performance Optimization : Strong experience optimizing GraphQL queries for speed and efficiency, particularly for high-volume data transactions.
  • Agile / Scrum : Familiarity with Agile development processes and working in cross-functional teams.
  • Desired Skills / Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience with Apollo Server or similar GraphQL servers. Familiarity with serverless architecture and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure). Understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API integration.
  • An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. EEO IS THE LAW CC Pace invites any applicant and / or employee to review the Company's written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.

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