Senior NodeJS Backend Developer

We are looking for a Senior Node.js Backend Developer with strong TypeScript and AI-assisted development experience to build scalable, high-performance backend systems. This role combines modern backend engineering, microservices architecture, and AI-augmented development practices to deliver production-grade systems.

Your role

• Design and develop scalable backend services and RESTFul and/or GraphQL APIs using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Build and maintain microservices-based architectures for high-traffic applications.
• Ensure performance, reliability, and availability of backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for end-to-end feature delivery.
• Implement data processing, integrations, and business logic layers.
• Optimize systems using caching, async processing, and performance tuning.
• Contribute to code reviews, design discussions, and engineering standards.
• Support CI/CD, testing, and production troubleshooting.

• 5+ years of backend development experience with Node.js.
• Strong experience with TypeScript (mandatory).
• Proven experience building REST APIs and microservices.
• Proficiency in backend frameworks (NestJS, Fastify, or Express).
• Experience with AWS or equivalent cloud platforms.
• Strong understanding of databases (SQL + NoSQL).
• Knowledge of async programming and API security (OAuth2/JWT).
• Exposure to CI/CD and DevOps practices.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude) to improve code quality, productivity, and maintainability.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $68,911-$161,544.

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini's discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Capgemini ist einer der weltweit führenden Anbieter von Management- und IT-Beratung, Technologie-Services und Digitaler Transformation. Als ein Wegbereiter für Innovation unterstützt das Unternehmen seine Kunden bei deren komplexen Herausforderungen rund um Cloud, Digital und Plattformen.