This article outlines the core responsibilities and requirements for a developer working on web applications using React and Node.js. It covers building and implementing new features, automating backend workflows, debugging frontend and backend systems (including Firebase Functions), working with Firebase and MongoDB, and the personal and technical qualities expected from candidates.
Core Responsibilities
The role focuses on hands-on development across the full web application stack. Key responsibilities include:
- Build and implement new features across the web application using React and Node.js: Deliver React-based frontend components and Node.js-powered backend endpoints that integrate across the application.
- Write and automate scripts and backend workflows primarily in Node.js: Create automated scripts and backend workflows to support application logic and internal tooling.
- Debug and troubleshoot issues in both frontend and backend systems: Diagnose and resolve issues in React frontends and backend services (Node.js and Firebase Functions), and participate in code reviews to catch issues early.
- Collaborate with team members to maintain and improve code quality and performance: Work with peers to uphold standards for readable, maintainable, and performant code through reviews and shared development practices.
- Work with Firebase services such as Firestore and Authentication: Use Firebase services to support application data and authentication flows as part of backend and integration tasks.
- Interact with MongoDB for data storage and retrieval in backend services: Implement data access and retrieval logic using MongoDB within backend services.
- Handle ad-hoc development tasks as needed: Support internal tools and business requirements with flexible development work when required.
Requirements & Working Practices
Candidates should demonstrate both technical knowledge and professional behaviors aligned with the responsibilities above:
- Good understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern web development principles: Core language and web fundamentals required to implement features and backend logic.
- Familiarity with React and Node.js and exposure to Firebase services and/or MongoDB is a plus: Practical experience or exposure to these technologies supports effective contribution to the stack.
- Demonstrates ownership and critical thinking: Proactively seeks to understand problems before solving them, taking responsibility for deliverables and quality.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn: Ability to approach technical challenges methodically and adapt to evolving requirements.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively: Self-directed execution of tasks and efficient time management to meet team needs.
- Internship experience preferred: Prior internship experience is desirable and indicates early practical exposure to similar responsibilities.
In summary, this role centers on building React and Node.js features, automating backend workflows in Node.js, debugging frontend and backend (including Firebase Functions), and collaborating on code quality. Candidates should have strong JavaScript/TypeScript knowledge, problem-solving, ownership, and time-management, with exposure to Firebase or MongoDB and internship experience preferred. These combined responsibilities and requirements define the expected contributor profile.
