Software Engineer - Node.js / AWS / REST API / Microservices
ZeektekSt. Louis, Missouri, United States
Posted December 2, 2025
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Zeektek is a leading staffing firm recognized as the Best Staffing Firm to Temp For and Work For by Staffing Industry Analysts for 2025. The company specializes in delivering high‑quality tech and cybersecurity talent to clients with speed and precision, leveraging in‑depth screening protocols overseen by subject‑matter experts. This rigorous vetting process reduces the volume of unqualified candidates, allowing clients to focus on interviewing only top‑tier talent. Zeektek partners closely with clients, consultants, and candidates throughout the hiring cycle, providing structured communication, real‑time market data, and coaching on hiring best practices. Its distinctive combination of thorough screening and collaborative partnership sets it apart in the competitive staffing industry.
Job Description
We are seeking a Software Developer with strong experience in AWS tools and services, API development, and Node.js microservices for a 6-month contract-to-hire position. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on backend engineer with deep cloud expertise and the ability to build scalable, resilient services in a modern distributed architecture.
Requirements
- Design, build, and maintain backend services and Node.js microservices, following best practices for reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
- Develop and integrate RESTful and event-driven APIs that connect internal and external systems.
- Leverage AWS tools and services to build cloud-native applications.
- Implement infrastructure and application automation within AWS-based environments.
- Contribute to CI/CD workflows, ensuring smooth deployment and integration of microservices and cloud components.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support end-to-end solution delivery.
Benefits
- Contract-to-hire opportunity