Freelance Software Engineer Remote
Twine
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Job Description
About the Role
Join a dynamic remote project as a backend developer focused on building and maintaining robust, scalable APIs. As a Freelance Software Engineer Remote at Twine, you will work on code quality, maintainability, and effective communication within a distributed team environment.
Deliverables
- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs using Node.js (Express or NestJS).
- Create efficient and scalable database schemas with MongoDB or PostgreSQL.
- Write clear, well-documented, and maintainable code.
- Optimize API performance and ensure high availability.
- Implement authentication, authorization, and data validation mechanisms.
- Collaborate with frontend developers and stakeholders during overlap hours.
- Integrate background job processing and caching solutions (e.g., Redis).
- Support deployment and CI/CD pipeline processes on AWS or GCP.
Requirements
- Proven experience developing backend systems and RESTful APIs with Node.js.
- Proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript.
- Strong understanding of database design (MongoDB or PostgreSQL).
- Experience with API security, authentication, and authorization best practices.
- Familiarity with background jobs, caching, and performance optimization.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS or GCP) and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote team.
- Strong attention to detail, code quality, and documentation.
- Availability for part-time, ongoing contract work.
About Twine
Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally.
Our Mission
Twine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.
Key skills/competency
- Node.js
- RESTful APIs
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- MongoDB
- PostgreSQL
- CI/CD
- Cloud (AWS/GCP)
- API Security
- Remote collaboration
How to Get Hired at Twine
- Customize your resume: Tailor your skills to match Node.js and API development.
- Highlight remote experience: Emphasize past distributed team collaboration.
- Showcase your projects: Include examples of robust backend systems.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Review code quality and cloud platforms.
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