Software Engineer - Node.js / TypeScript

Job Role: Software Engineer – Node.js & Serverless Systems

Company: Appmaker by StarApps

Location: Kochi, Kerala (On-Site)

Experience: 1–3 Years

Employment Type: Full-time

About Appmaker by StarApps

At StarApps, we build high-scale tools like Appmaker(https://appmaker.xyz/)  that empower thousands of global e-commerce merchants to turn their web stores into native mobile apps. We focus on low latency, cutting-edge serverless architectures, and building scalable software that handles millions of requests every day.

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on backend/full-stack Software Engineer (Node.js / TypeScript) to join our engineering team on-site at our Kochi office. You will work directly on building high-performance APIs, web applications, and automated backend workflows using modern JavaScript/TypeScript and cloud technologies.

If you enjoy working with serverless tech, love writing clean code, and want to ship features that impact real businesses globally, this role is for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Core Application Development: Design, build, and maintain high-speed web applications, RESTful APIs, and backend microservices using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Serverless Development: Develop modern, low-latency applications leveraging Cloudflare Workers, Cloudflare D1, and edge serverless architectures.
• Database & Integrations: Write clean SQL queries, design optimized database schemas, handle authentication schemes, and integrate third-party APIs.
• Code Quality & Reliability: Write clean, testable, and maintainable code; debug performance issues; and maintain solid git-based workflows.
• Feature Ownership: Take end-to-end ownership of features—from understanding business requirements to coding, testing, deployment, and post-release monitoring.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 1–3 years of hands-on software development experience with JavaScript and TypeScript.
• Tech Stack: Strong proficiency in Node.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern JS frameworks.
• Serverless Stack: Hands-on experience with Cloudflare Workers, Cloudflare D1, or equivalent serverless application development platforms.
• Database & APIs: Solid understanding of REST APIs, SQL databases, authentication schemes, and third-party integrations.
• Engineering Standards: Familiarity with Git, automated testing (unit/integration), CI/CD pipelines, and basic troubleshooting.

Bonus Points

• Knowledge/experience with additional Cloudflare ecosystem products (KV, R2, Queues).
• Hands-on experience with Docker and containerisation workflows.
• Prior experience building Shopify apps, SaaS products, or e-commerce integrations.

Why Join Us?

• High Scale & Impact: Build software used by thousands of global brands and millions of end consumers.
• Modern Tech Stack: Build on cutting-edge serverless architectures (Cloudflare Workers, D1, TypeScript).
• Growth & Culture: Great engineering culture, high ownership, and direct mentorship in our Kochi office.

Skills

NodeJS (Node.js), TypeScript, Javascript, RESTful APIs, SQL, Docker, Git, CI/CD, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Serverless, PostgreSQL