Associate Principal Engineer,NodeJS - job 1 of 2

As an Associate Principal Engineer, NodeJS at Nagarro, you will be responsible for architecting, designing, and developing scalable applications. You will also lead development efforts, implement strong coding practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver quality technical solutions. Your role involves writing and reviewing code, mentoring teams, and addressing complex engineering challenges.

To qualify for the Associate Principal Engineer, NodeJS role at Nagarro, candidates should hold a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Additionally, extensive experience (11+ years) in Node.js, microservices architecture, AWS tools, and frontend frameworks like Angular or Next.js is essential.

At Nagarro, the Associate Principal Engineer, NodeJS will work with a variety of technologies including Node.js, Express.js, PostgreSQL, AWS Lambda, and Amazon Kubernetes Service (AKS). Familiarity with frontend frameworks like Svelte Kit or Angular, as well as CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and Docker, will also be important.

Key skills for the Associate Principal Engineer, NodeJS role at Nagarro include strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and experience in system architecture and best coding practices. Familiarity with serverless architecture and authorization tools like Okta or Auth0 will also be valuable in this position.

Nagarro supports professional growth for the Associate Principal Engineer, NodeJS by fostering a non-hierarchical, dynamic work culture that encourages innovation. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, providing mentorship, and engaging in continuous learning are pivotal components that help employees advance their skills and expertise.

In answering this question, provide specific examples of projects where you've implemented microservices using Node.js. Discuss how you designed and developed these services, focusing on scalability, communication between services, and any challenges you faced and overcame during the process.

Explain your approach to code quality, including practices such as code reviews, unit testing, and adherence to coding standards. Discuss the importance of feedback within the team and how you mentor others to maintain a high quality of work.

Summarize your experiences with various AWS tools, focusing on services like AWS Lambda and Amazon Kubernetes Service. Provide examples of how you've used these services to build, deploy, and optimize applications, emphasizing best practices in cloud architecture.

Share a specific situation where you encountered a technical issue. Describe the problem, your thought process in troubleshooting it, and the successful outcome. Highlight your analytical skills and problem-solving approach during this scenario.

Discuss your teamwork philosophy and past experiences working with different functional groups, such as business stakeholders, UX designers, and product managers. Highlight the importance of clear communication and understanding team dynamics to achieve project goals.

Detail methodologies you've adopted such as design patterns, clean code principles, and thorough documentation. Explain how these practices contribute to long-term success and ease of updates within the software lifecycle.

Discuss your prioritization strategies, such as using Agile methodologies or task management tools. Explain how you evaluate tasks based on urgency, importance, and overall impact on project goals, ensuring you effectively meet deadlines.

Clarify the differences by detailing how REST adheres to a resource-based structure, while GraphQL allows clients to request specific data algorithms. Highlight the advantages and potential scenarios for each in application development.

Emphasize your healthy approach to receiving feedback, focusing on active listening, openness to learning, and applying constructive criticism to improve your work. Share an example where feedback led to significant enhancements in your code or project.

Talk about emerging trends like serverless architecture, microservices, and the integration of AI in application development. Discuss how you stay current on industry trends through continuous learning and professional development.