Senior Mern Stack Developer

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior MERN Stack Developer with in-depth knowledge of Next.js and expertise in working with large datasets. As a Senior Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining our web applications using the MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) stack and leveraging the power of Next.js for server-side rendering and optimised performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other developers, to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications and implementation plans.
• Design and develop scalable, efficient, and maintainable web applications using the MERN stack, with an emphasis on Next.js for server-side rendering.
• Optimise applications for maximum performance, ensuring fast loading times and smooth user experiences, particularly when dealing with large datasets.
• Implement data models and database structures to efficiently handle and process large amounts of data, utilising MongoDB and other relevant technologies.
• Develop RESTful APIs and integrate with external services or third-party APIs to enhance functionality and provide seamless user experiences.
• Write clean, modular, and reusable code following best practices and coding standards, and conduct thorough code reviews to maintain code quality.
• Conduct performance analysis, identify bottlenecks, and optimise applications for scalability and reliability.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, new technologies, and emerging best practices, and proactively propose and implement improvements to the development process and architecture.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster a collaborative and learning-oriented environment.

Skills and requirements:

1. Extensive experience in full-stack web development using the MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) stack.
2. Proficiency in Next.js and a deep understanding of its server-side rendering capabilities and performance optimization techniques.
3. Strong expertise in working with and processing large datasets efficiently, utilising appropriate database technologies such as MongoDB.
4. Solid understanding of front-end technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+), along with experience in modern front-end frameworks/libraries like React.js.
5. Experience with building and consuming RESTful APIs and integrating external services or third-party APIs.
6. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex technical challenges, propose effective solutions, and implement them with attention to detail.
7. Experience with version control systems, particularly Git, and familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
8. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
9. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Familiarity with other front-end frameworks/libraries such as Angular or Vue.js.
2. Knowledge of GraphQL and its implementation in MERN stack applications.
3. Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for deployment and scaling of web applications.
4. Understanding of DevOps practices and experience with CI/CD pipelines.

Compensation:
Market-competitive remuneration and benefits based on seniority and contribution.