Full Stack Developer (GraphQL)
About the Role
We are seeking a GraphQL Expert to design and implement scalable GraphQL APIs that power physician network growth, member engagement, and operational decision-making. You'll work on modern, mission-critical applications serving physicians, members, and internal stakeholders. You'll architect GraphQL solutions that enable efficient, flexible data access for web and mobile applications, collaborate across product and engineering teams, and establish best practices for API design and implementation across the organization.
What You'll Do
Design and architect scalable GraphQL APIs that serve multiple frontend applications and third-party integrations
Implement GraphQL schemas, resolvers, and data loaders that optimize query performance and minimize over-fetching
Build backend services using Node.js and Nest.js that power GraphQL API endpoints
Mentor and guide other engineers on GraphQL best practices, schema design patterns, and performance optimization
Optimize GraphQL query execution, caching strategies, and subscription handling for production workloads
Collaborate with frontend engineers using React to ensure API design meets application needs
Conduct code reviews focused on GraphQL architecture, security, and performance
Work with cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS) to deploy and monitor GraphQL services in production
Document GraphQL schemas, API patterns, and architectural decisions for team knowledge sharing
Evaluate and integrate GraphQL tooling, monitoring, and developer experience improvements
How You'll Succeed
You design GraphQL schemas that are intuitive, performant, and serve multiple client needs
You communicate effectively about API design decisions and trade-offs with engineers and stakeholders
You take ownership of GraphQL infrastructure and establish standards that improve team velocity
You balance developer experience with performance and security considerations
You mentor teammates and help elevate GraphQL expertise across the organization
You stay current with GraphQL ecosystem tools and best practices
Who You Are
Expert-level proficiency in GraphQL with hands-on experience in production applications
Deep understanding of GraphQL schema design, query optimization, and resolver patterns
Strong backend development experience with Node.js and Nest.js
Proficiency in JavaScript with production application experience
Solid understanding of relational and/or NoSQL databases
Experience with GraphQL tooling (Apollo Server, Apollo Client, GraphQL Federation, or similar)
Experience implementing subscriptions, mutations, and complex query patterns
Solid understanding of REST API design principles and when to use GraphQL vs REST
Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and mentoring skills
Experience working in Agile/iterative development environments
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with GraphQL Federation or schema stitching
Knowledge of advanced GraphQL patterns (batching, caching, authentication, authorization)
Experience optimizing GraphQL performance at scale
Familiarity with React and frontend GraphQL client usage
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS)
Knowledge of healthcare, medical, or mission-driven industry applications
Experience with containerization (Docker) or Kubernetes
Exposure to performance monitoring and observability tools
Experience with GraphQL security best practices
Tech Stack
API Layer: GraphQL
Backend: Node.js, Nest.js
Frontend: JavaScript, React
Databases: SQL/NoSQL (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, etc.)
GraphQL Tools: Apollo Server, Apollo Client, GraphQL Federation, or similar
Version Control: Git
Cloud Platform: Azure or AWS
Testing: Jest, Apollo Testing Library, or similar
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