job summary: As a Sr. Level Developer specializing in cloud services development, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and deploying scalable web and mobile applications using Node.js, Kubernetes, and Azure. Your expertise will guide the creation of robust backend systems and microservices, ensuring high performance, availability, and security across product portfolios and platforms. Responsibilities Scope and Impact: Lead the development of cloud-native applications, focusing on backend services for web and mobile platforms, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives and technological standards.Drive the adoption and optimization of cloud services, advocating for best practices in cloud architecture and microservices development. Strategic Contribution: Collaborate with product management, architecture, and operations teams to define and execute the cloud development strategy, contributing significantly to the roadmap and vision of our digital products and platforms.Ensure solutions are designed for scalability, security, and compliance, leveraging Azure cloud services effectively. Delivery Responsibilities: Oversee the entire lifecycle of cloud-based applications, from design through to deployment and post-launch support, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.Implement "shift-left" practices, focusing on early integration of security and compliance checks, automated testing, and continuous delivery pipelines. Leadership Accountabilities: Mentor and support a team of developers, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and learning in cloud-based application development.Lead by example in adopting Agile and DevOps methodologies, enhancing team agility and operational efficiency. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.Node.js Expertise: Experience with Node.js for backend development, understanding event-driven, non-blocking I/O models and RESTful API design.AWSMicroservices Architecture: Solid understanding and experience in designing, developing, and deploying microservices architectures, particularly in cloud environments.GraphQL Experience: Proficiency in implementing GraphQL APIs, understanding schema design, queries, mutations, and integration with frontend technologies.Extensive experience with containerization and orchestration tools, specifically Kubernetes, and familiarity with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).Solid understanding of microservices architecture principles and experience in designing, developing, and deploying microservices in a cloud environment.Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment strategies.strong understanding of security best practices in cloud development, including identity and access management, data protection, and compliance standards.Excellent problem-solving skills, strategic thinking ability, and leadership qualities.Effective communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Skills & Experience CI/CD Pipelines: Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitHub Actions.Automated Testing: strong background in automated testing frameworks and methodologies (JUnit, Mockito for Java; Jest, Mocha for Node.js/JavaScript).Security Practices: Knowledge of security best practices in cloud development, including identity and access management, data encryption, and compliance with security standards.Database Technologies: Experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB), including ORM frameworks like Hibernate.Agile and DevOps Methodologies: Proficiency in Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices, enhancing team agility and operational efficiency.Performance Tuning: Skills in analyzing and optimizing application performance, including experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor).Communication and Leadership: Excellent communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams, ability to mentor junior developers, and lead by example in adopting new technologies and methodologies. location: Dallas, Texas job type: Contract salary: $70 - 88 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: The Role As a Sr. Developer specializing in cloud services development, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and deploying scalable web and mobile applications using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, Kubernetes, and Azure. Your expertise will guide the creation of robust backend systems and microservices, ensuring high performance, availability, and security across our product portfolios and platforms. Scope and Impact: Lead the development of cloud-native applications, focusing on backend services for web and mobile platforms, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives and technological standards.Drive the adoption and optimization of cloud services, advocating for best practices in cloud architecture and microservices development. Strategic Contribution: Collaborate with product management, architecture, and operations teams to define and execute the cloud development strategy, contributing significantly to the roadmap and vision of our digital products and platforms.Ensure solutions are designed for scalability, security, and compliance, leveraging Azure cloud services effectively. Delivery Responsibilities: Oversee the entire lifecycle of cloud-based applications, from design through to deployment and post-launch support, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.Implement "shift-left" practices, focusing on early integration of security and compliance checks, automated testing, and continuous delivery pipelines. Leadership Accountabilities: Mentor and support a team of developers, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and learning in cloud-based application development.Lead by example in adopting Agile and DevOps methodologies, enhancing team agility and operational efficiency. qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required) skills: Cloud SQLAWS Cloud Formation Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.