Role Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Developer to join our team and contribute to our pharmaceutical domain projects. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in developing applications using Node.js, implementing responsive design principles, and working with various development and deployment tools. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the unique needs of the pharmaceutical industry.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in backend development using Node.js.
Proficient in building backend APIs and integrating them with databases and third-party services.
Experience in building ETL pipelines and working with AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker.
Strong troubleshooting knowledge and experience with logging, monitoring, and alerting tools.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in SQL, JavaScript.
Hands-on experience with Node.js.
Knowledge of secure coding practices and ITIL best practices.
Familiarity with Grafana, Prometheus, Kibana, and other monitoring tools.
Soft Skills:
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Job Responsibilities
Back-End Development:
Develop backend APIs using Node.js.
Integrate APIs with databases and various third-party services relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
Ensure seamless API integration between frontend and backend systems.
Data Processing and Integration:
Build ETL pipelines to process data between source and destination within pharmaceutical workflows.
Work with AWS S3 bucket, Kubernetes, and Docker for deployment architecture.
Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting using tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, and Kibana.
Security and Optimization:
Follow best practices for secure coding to protect against vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulations.
Identify performance bottlenecks and optimization opportunities across the application stack, including front-end rendering, server-side processing, and database queries.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance:
Perform root cause analysis and problem-solving within pharmaceutical applications.
Debug issues across the full stack, including front-end interfaces, back-end logic, and database interactions.
Promptly implement minor bug fixes, new features, or enhancements.
Testing and Deployment:
Conduct thorough testing to ensure new features are functional and bug-free.
Deploy code to maintain a stable and reliable production environment.
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements for minor feature enhancements.
Take end-to-end ownership of project items within the pharmaceutical domain.
Help the team proactively identify impediments and consistently recommend solutions.
Service Delivery and ITIL Practices:
Develop, implement, and maintain service delivery processes in accordance with ITIL best practices.
Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
About Company
Virtusa Corporation provides digital engineering and technology services to Forbes Global 2000 companies worldwide. Our Engineering First approach ensures we can execute all ideas and creatively solve pressing business challenges. With industry expertise and empowered agile teams, we prioritize execution early in the process for impactful results. We combine logic, creativity and curiosity to build, solve, and create. Every day, we help clients engage with new technology paradigms, creatively building solutions that solve their most pressing business challenges and move them to the forefront of their industry.
Join us at Virtusa, an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity. Check out Virtusa.com/careers to find out more.