MERN Engineer

Mid Level MERN stack developer needed for our client’s growing team, based in Livingston, NJ This position is onsite 3x a week and will include an IN PERSON INTERVIEW .Must be loca lC2C or W2 hourly. Long term contract .Our Fintech client is seeking a strong, backend-focused MERN Engineer with deep experience in Node.js. This role is heavily emphasizing APIs, serverless architecture, and cloud-native services . Key Responsibilitie • s:Design, build, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs supporting high-volume client integration • s.Develop backend services using Node.js and Python, with a strong focus on performance, security, and reliabilit • y.Build and support AWS serverless solutions, includin • g:Lambda functio • nsStep Functions for workflow orchestration and service coordinati • onContribute to a platform that enables self-service API access for hundreds of external consumer • s.Work independently to deliver features end-to-end in a fast-paced, results-driven environmen • t.Collaborate across teams and participate in cross-training initiatives to broaden technical expertis • e.Support and contribute to Generative AI initiatives, tools, or integrations as part of ongoing platform evolutio n. Qualificatio • ns: 7+ years of backend development experience, Node.js development, including strong experience in Mong • oDB.Expertise in API develop • mentKnowledge of Python, and strong object-oriented de • signSQL and NoSQL data st • oresHands-on experience with the MERN stack, with a clear preference for backend-heavy development, including testing and debugg • ing.Solid hands-on experience with AWS Lambda and serverless architectu • res.Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and deliver consistently in a high-velocity environm • ent.Strong communication skills and a collaborative, growth-oriented mind • set.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discip line