Full Stack Engineer (TypeScript & Node.js)

Applaudo Studios

About The Position

This role is for a Full Stack Developer with a strong backend and TypeScript orientation, passionate about building scalable, reliable, and high-performance web applications. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, takes ownership of end-to-end solutions with minimal direction, and is proactive, curious, and comfortable navigating ambiguity. The role involves architecting APIs and cloud-native services, building clean, data-rich user interfaces, and focusing on performance, security, and code quality across the entire stack. This position is offered under a contractor model for a period of 9 months.

Requirements

6+ years of experience as a Full Stack Developer, with a strong emphasis on backend development using TypeScript and Node.js.
Strong proficiency in TypeScript across both frontend (React, Next.js) and backend (NestJS) environments.
Solid experience designing and building RESTful and GraphQL APIs, with a focus on performance and maintainability.
Solid experience deploying and operating services in serverless environments (AWS Lambda).
Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL, Supabase, and SQL, including query optimization and data modeling.
Strong proficiency in React and Next.js, with experience building data-heavy interfaces such as dashboards, tables, and visualizations.
Familiarity with Tailwind CSS and component-driven UI development.
Experience writing and maintaining unit and integration tests using Jest.
Familiarity with authentication and authorization tools such as Auth0 (Microsoft Entra is a plus).
Hands-on experience with AWS services, especially Lambda and ElastiCache.
Experience with caching strategies, background jobs, and asynchronous processing patterns.
Experience deploying and managing applications using Vercel or similar platforms.
Strong understanding of software development best practices, including code quality, testing, and performance optimization.
Strong communication skills and advanced English proficiency, working with US-based stakeholders.
6+ years of experience in Full Stack development with a backend-first mindset.
Strong experience with TypeScript, NestJS, and cloud-native environments (AWS).
Solid experience with React, Next.js, and modern frontend ecosystems.
Strong understanding of databases, API design, and performance optimization.
Advanced English proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with tools like AgGrid or similar data grid libraries

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and security.
Build and optimize data-intensive backend processes, including complex queries, aggregations, and third-party integrations.
Develop and maintain React and Next.js frontend interfaces, with emphasis on data-heavy components such as dashboards, tables, and visualizations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, build, and ship product features across the full stack.
Design and implement GraphQL and REST APIs, ensuring efficient data handling and seamless frontend integration.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code before submitting pull requests, upholding high code quality standards.
Identify and resolve blockers proactively, communicating progress and risks clearly to stakeholders.
Navigate ambiguous requirements by making informed architectural decisions and validating assumptions with the team.
Participate in technical discussions and contribute to both backend and frontend architecture decisions.
Manage tasks effectively within a Kanban workflow.