Part-Time Backend Developer with Product Development Knowledge

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Backend Developer to join our team on a part-time basis. You will play a crucial role in developing the backend of our MVP, ensuring scalability, security, and seamless integration with our frontend. Your expertise will contribute to building a robust infrastructure that supports our product development goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the backend infrastructure using NestJS with Node.js 20 and TypeScript.
• Implement authentication mechanisms using GCP Identity Platform for secure user verification and management.
• Manage and optimize our database with PostgreSQL on GCP Cloud SQL, utilizing Prisma ORM for efficient data handling.
• Design and execute background jobs using a DB-backed queue for tasks such as AI generation and bias checks.
• Handle file and asset storage through GCP Cloud Storage, ensuring data is secure and accessible.
• Deploy and manage applications using GCP Cloud Run to leverage serverless capabilities.
• Set up and maintain CI/CD workflows with GitHub Actions for streamlined deployment processes.
• Enforce strict security protocols, including org-level scoping, Row Level Security, and backend-enforced RBAC.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in NestJS, Node.js 20, and TypeScript for backend development.
• Experience with GCP Identity Platform for managing authentication processes.
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL and Prisma ORM for database management.
• Ability to implement and manage background jobs using a DB-backed queue.
• Familiarity with GCP Cloud Storage for handling file and asset storage.
• Experience deploying applications on GCP Cloud Run.
• Competence in setting up CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Understanding of security practices such as Row Level Security and RBAC.

Nice to Have

• Experience with AI generation and bias checks within backend processes.
• Familiarity with serverless architecture and its benefits.
• Knowledge of GCP Secret Manager for managing sensitive information.