Javascript Developer
Micro1 • Remote • Posted 39 days ago
Education
Any
Type
Pay Rate
$60/task
Posted
39d ago
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About this Role
Job Summary
We are seeking an expert Javascript Developer to join our customer's team and help drive the development of robust, high-performance web applications. You will leverage advanced JavaScript skills in both frontend and backend environments, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features and scalable solutions. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical projects in a fast-evolving tech landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using modern JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript across the stack. Lead refactoring, modernization, and migration initiatives to enhance code quality and application performance. Build and optimize responsive user interfaces and backend services utilizing current frameworks and runtimes. Collaborate with designers, product managers, QA, and DevOps to deliver features aligned with evolving requirements. Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and foster best practices and clean code standards. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex technical issues and performance bottlenecks. Write and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and communicate project status and solutions clearly in both written and verbal forms.
Required Skills and Qualifications
5+ years of professional experience with JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript. Hands-on expertise in React.js (or Next.js) for frontend and Node.js (with Express or NestJS) for backend development. Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, asynchronous programming, and frontend state management. Experience with relational or NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL or MongoDB, and ORM/ODM tools. Proficiency working with version control systems (Git) in collaborative environments. Exceptional problem-solving skills and proficiency in writing clean, testable, maintainable code. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities; capable of articulating technical concepts to diverse audiences. Proven ability to collaborate in distributed, agile teams with at least 6+ hours overlap with Eastern Time (ET) work hours.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with advanced frontend (Next.js, Remix) and backend (NestJS, Fastify) frameworks. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps best practices. Knowledge of GraphQL, WebSockets, real-time applications, and participation in the JavaScript/TypeScript community.
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in Remote
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in Software Engineering
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using modern JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript across the stack.
- Lead refactoring, modernization, and migration initiatives to enhance code quality and application performance.
- Build and optimize responsive user interfaces and backend services utilizing current frameworks and runtimes.
- Collaborate with designers, product managers, QA, and DevOps to deliver features aligned with evolving requirements.
Compensation Analysis
Work from anywhere, at any time. This fully remote position ($60/hr) breaks down geographic barriers, allowing you to earn US-competitive rates regardless of your local market. It is a perfect stepping stone for building a career in the data labeling and AI training ecosystem.
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