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Node.js 5yr.
TypeScript 5yr.
PostgreSQL 5yr.
Python 4yr.
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  • Software engineer with 20+ years of experience specializing in Node.js (TypeScript) and Python, architecting microservices and event-driven systems using Kafka/Redpanda, ClickHouse, and PostgreSQL.
  • Official Oracle Contributor, Active community events/meetups organizer, and open source projects contributor
  • Proficient in designing scalable APIs with gRPC, tRPC, and Protobuf, implementing CI/CD pipelines with GitLab CI/GitHub Actions, Docker, and Terraform.
  • Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Automation and Computer Technologies. Strong background in system design, cloud-native architectures, and observability practices, including structured logging, metrics, and tracing.
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Seniority Senior
Location Warsaw, Poland
Node.js
TypeScript
AWS
React
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  • Full-stack software engineer with an MS degree in Computer Science;
  • Designed and operated event-driven, cloud-native architecture.
  • Back-End: Node.js, NestJS, Express (8 years); SQL/NoSQL DBs, performance optimization, data processing (Python), ML pipelines, CI/CD DevOps practices. Wide experience with Databases (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, etc.);
  • Front-End: React (including forms, dashboards, admin tools), 6 years.
  • Unit and E2E tests (Karma, Jest, Cypress, Playwright)
  • Expert in serverless AWS architecture: Lambda functions, asynchronous message queues SQS, RabbitMQ; Ownership from requirements to production in serverless/event-driven B2B systems.
  • Built demand forecasting with TimeGPT, TimesFM, TiREX; integrated Python ML pipelines into NestJS via RabbitMQ; implemented an AI chatbot for inventory insights and recommendations (using LangChain principles)
  • Developed an AI-powered inventory & demand planning platform for e-commerce merchants; built a multi-tenant CRM for service companies and a real estate platform with direct customer requirements integration.
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Seniority Senior
Location Poltava, Ukraine
JavaScript 6yr.
Node.js 5yr.
PostgreSQL 3yr.
Vue.js 2yr.
React 2yr.
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  • 6+ Years of Software Engineering Experience (full-stack) with scalable architectures, clean APIs, and responsive interfaces. Communication skills and a product mindset. Ownership mentality - comfortable taking a feature from idea to production. Ownership mentality - comfortable taking a feature from idea to production.
  • Experience working with AI or LLM-based applications, B2B or enterprise customers, including for fintech and crypto applications using JavaScript, Node, NestJS, React, and PostgreSQL.
  • Optimized database interactions and workflows in corporate platforms with AWS Neptune, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, and Redis, and redesigned test environments.
  • Built asynchronous event handling and caching mechanisms with NATS, Redis, and BullMQ for product management and payment systems, improving reliability via message-driven communication. Integrations with multiple payment providers and API gateways, resulting in scalable architectures handling diverse data formats.
  • Integrated monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana in deployment pipelines using GitLab CI, enabling metrics collection for endpoints and integrations in real-time services.

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Seniority Senior
Location Bialystok, Poland
React 8yr.
Node.js
AWS
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  • Full-Stack Developer with 8+ years of extensive technical expertise in frontend and backend development, UI/UX architecture design, and team leadership.
  • Demonstrated a solid ability to deliver scalable, performant, and user-centric solutions across various industries, including e-commerce, gaming, real estate, education, and healthcare.
  • Proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks, including ReactJS, VueJS, and AngularJS, with expertise in state management libraries like Redux, MobX, and React-Query.
  • Expertise in TypeScript for building scalable and type-safe front-end applications. - Skilled in UI/UX design systems, including creating reusable component libraries with tools like Storybook, Material-UI (MUI), and Chakra-UI.
  • Proficient in Node.js, developing RESTful and GraphQL APIs with frameworks like Express, Koa, and Strapi.
  • Extensive experience in database management, including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Firebase, and RethinkDB.
  • Skilled in building microservices architecture, optimizing server-side performance, and ensuring scalability.
  • Has experience with cloud deployments, utilizing AWS, Heroku, Netlify, and DigitalOcean.
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Seniority Senior
Location Budva, Montenegro
JavaScript 10yr.
TypeScript 10yr.
Node.js 10yr.
React 10yr.
PostgreSQL 10yr.
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  • 10+ years of experience designing and leading complex software solutions in fintech, AI, and payment systems, with expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, Python, Kubernetes, AWS and GCP services.
  • Computer science education with applied physics and software development degrees, combined with hands-on expertise in DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and advanced testing methodologies (TDD, BDD). Deep knowledge of software design principles, event sourcing, REST/GraphQL APIs, container orchestration, and secure, high-performance distributed systems.
  • Architecting scalable, event-sourced payment hubs, AI-driven platforms, and multi-modal AI assistants using microservices, FastAPI, LangGraph, and Terraform.
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Seniority Senior
Location Kaunas, Lithuania
Node.js
React
TypeScript
AWS
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  • Senior JavaScript Engineer with 8+ years of experience; MS in Computer Science and Software Engineering.
  • Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and AWS; High-load projects with JS/TypeScript, Java, QT, and C++.
  • AWS serverless, Lambda functions (migration architectures, reduced infrastructure costs by 40%, microservices that handle 10K+ concurrent requests with latency less than 200ms); Experience migrating monolithic systems to serverless and microservice architectures, optimizing performance and reducing infrastructure costs (~40%);
  • Skilled in SDLC practices, including Agile/Scrum, CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and Docker, and pre-test development using Jest and Playwright;
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TypeScript
Node.js
React
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  • Senior Full Stack Engineer with 5+ years of experience developing web and mobile applications;
  • Implemented APIs and microservices with Node.js, Nest.js, PostgreSQL, including caching, queue management, and AWS infrastructure (Proxet, NovaPay, and Web3 Startup);
  • Built interfaces and component libraries using React, Vue, React Native, Next.js, TypeScript, and JavaScript (Proxet (SSR web platform), NovaPay (mobile app), and Web3 Dashboard);
  • Experienced in fintech, Web3, and enterprise platforms, delivering production features, maintaining existing systems, and working in Agile teams.

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Seniority Senior
Location Warsaw, Poland
JavaScript
TypeScript
Node.js
PostgreSQL
React
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Senior Full-Stack Engineer with 17+ years of experience in versatile enterprise-grade projects for large service companies (Ciklum).

SOLID principles, OOP, and component-based design in cloud environments, CI/CD pipelines, and performant user interfaces used by large-scale applications:

  • Back-End: Node.js, Next.js, PHP;
  • DB: SQL (relational MySQL and PostgreSQL) and NoSQL;
  • Front-end: JS/Typescript, React, Angular, Vue.js (pet); TanStack Query/Router, performance optimization;
  • Cloud deployments on Azure, Vercel, and Netlify, CI/CD pipelines.
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FDD 4yr.
React
Python
Node.js
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Full-Stack Web Developer with over four years of experience, specializing in the MERN Stack and Python Django. Proven expertise in building scalable, secure web applications and teaching full-stack development principles. Experienced in both frontend and backend development, as well as cross-platform application development. Technical skills include MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js, MySQL, and AWS services. Proficient in SDLC, REST API design, and software development best practices, driving efficiency and performance improvements in web applications. Strong background in delivering in-depth training programs for aspiring software developers, contributing to their career success.
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Quadient Inspire 5yr.
React Native 3yr.
React 3yr.
relational databases
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- Full Stack Developer with 5+ years of experience building and scaling web & mobile applications using the MERN stack, React Native, and DevOps practices, including Docker, CI/CD, and AWS. - Adept at designing, developing, and deploying production-ready MVPs for various clients, with a record of 25+ successful product launches. - Proficient in React.js, such as employing advanced state management with Redux and React Context, and optimizing performance with best practices like lazy loading and code splitting. - Technical writer and educator with content reaching over 700K readers, contributing to freeCodeCamp and other tech platforms, enhancing knowledge sharing within the developer community. - Holds a BTech in Computer Science, providing a solid foundation in software engineering principles; experienced in collaborating with design teams to create fluid, responsive UI/UX for web applications. - Demonstrates a deep understanding of software development life cycle and modern development methodologies, as well as a knack for teaching coding and assisting clients with SEO and organic growth.
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how MERN is usedHow MERN is used – Upstaff.com

How and where is MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node) used?

  • Real-time chat applications: Messaging platforms
  • Dynamic Single Page Applications: Interactive dashboards
  • Content Management Systems: Blogging websites
  • E-commerce platforms: Online shopping websites
  • Social media applications: Social networking sites
  • Collaborative tools: Project management systems

Compare Junior, Middle, Senior, and Expert/Team Lead MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node) Developer roles

Seniority NameYears of experienceResponsibilities and activitiesAverage salary (USD/year)
Junior0-2 years
  • Assist in basic coding tasks
  • Learn MERN stack components
  • Support senior developers
50,000
Middle2-4 years
  • Develop features for applications
  • Handle moderate complexity tasks
  • Collaborate with team members
75,000
Senior4-6 years
  • Lead project development
  • Architect scalable solutions
  • Mentor junior developers
100,000
Expert/Team Lead6+ years
  • Define technical strategy
  • Guide team in best practices
  • Ensure project success
130,000

Quick Facts about MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node).

  • Back in the magical year of 2013, the MERN stack was conjured into existence by the tech sorcerers.
  • Projects that dance with the MERN stack include snazzy web apps, dynamic e-commerce platforms, and cool social networking sites.
  • To join the MERN party, you’ll need a sprinkle of JavaScript knowledge, a dash of Node.js skills, and a dollop of React expertise.
  • When MERN is mentioned, its BFF is often mentioned too – the MEAN stack is its closest companion in the tech realm.
  • Fun Fact: Did you know that the MERN stack’s logo is a cute mongoose, symbolizing MongoDB’s speedy nature? How adorable!
top mern stack instruments and tools - hire mern developers with UpstaffTop MERN stack instruments and tools – Upstaff

What are top MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node) instruments and tools?

  • MongoDB Compass: GUI for MongoDB – MongoDB, Inc. – Released in 2015
  • Express: Web framework for Node.js – StrongLoop – Released in 2010
  • React: JavaScript library for building UI – Facebook – Released in 2013
  • Node.js: JavaScript runtime – OpenJS Foundation – Released in 2009
  • Postman: API Development Environment – Postman – Released in 2012
  • Visual Studio Code: Code editor – Microsoft – Released in 2015

TOP MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node) Related Technologies

  1. Redux
    (Dan Abramov, 2015)
  2. Webpack
    (Tobias Koppers, 2012)
  3. Material-UI
    (Call-Em-All, 2014)
  4. Styled Components
    (Glen Maddern, 2016)
  5. Socket.io
    (Guillermo Rauch, 2014)
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Top MERN Stack Engineers (MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js)

  • Computer  Science education, knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
  • 7-10+ years of software engineering experience; background in enterprise software implementations.
  • Keen on AI platforms or AI/LLM integration
  • Strong proficiency in Node.js (Express) and TypeScript 
  • Experience with React / Vue.js 
  • MongoDB and PostgreSQL (similar RDBMS and general data modeling knowledge)
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and multi-cloud exposure is valuable;  CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code
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A MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node) Developer is a specialist in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node) framework/language, focusing on developing applications or systems that require expertise in this particular technology.

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