Backend Developer (Node.js)

Location: Remote / Hybrid – Carrollton, TXExperience Required: 4–6 yearsEducation: B.Tech / B.E. / B.Sc. (CS/IT) or M.Tech / M.Sc. (preferred). Equivalent hands-on experience also considered.Compensation: Competitive – commensurate with experience.Employment Type: Contract - full-time equivalent, independent contractor.About Veri OnceVeri Once is a fast-growing global platform that leverages blockchain and AI to securely verify academic and financial documents for universities, governments, and enterprises worldwide. Our solutions help institutions reduce fraud, improve compliance, and build trust in international education.We are seeking an experienced Backend Developer (Node.js) to design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems that power our verification ecosystem.Key Responsibilities·      Develop and maintain backend applications using Node.js, TypeScript, Express, and PostgreSQL/MongoDB.·      Design secure and scalable APIs and microservices, including authentication, gateways, and versioning.·      Work with the Ts.ED framework, AWS Lambda, and serverless architectures.·      Design and model database schemas for scalable systems.·      Integrate third-party SDKs and API libraries.·      Ensure secure coding practices with appropriate unit test coverage.·      Use Docker to containerize applications and microservices.·      Implement best practices for version control (Git) and CI/CD.·      Provide mentorship and technical guidance to team members.Desired Skills & Experience·      Strong expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, Express, React.js, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and REST APIs.·      Hands-on experience with serverless development (AWS Lambda) and Docker.·      Solid understanding of secure, scalable application development.·      Strong communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical audiences.·      Enthusiasm for new technologies and best practices in backend development.Why Join Veri Once?·      Work on mission-driven solutions that tackle fraud prevention and compliance in higher education.·      Contribute to products that combine blockchain, AI, and modern web technologies.·      Collaborate with a global team in a fast-growing, innovative environment.·      Enjoy the flexibility of independent contractor work with the impact of full-time contribution.