Manoj Sethi
Available for European Engagements

Hire a DedicatedNode.js Developer

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If you're a European CTO or Hiring Manager shipping a serious product: I bring 10+ years owning delivery for Node.js Backends, Microservices, and High-Traffic APIs — remote, perfect CET/BST overlap, and code that holds up in production.

What You Can Hire Me For

Node.js & Express
Production Scaling
NestJS
Enterprise Architecture
Microservices
Kafka · MQTT · Redis
Database
PostgreSQL · MongoDB
Cloud & Ops
AWS · Docker · K8s
Europe Aligned
CET/BST Overlap
0+
Years in Production
Staff-Level Ownership & Delivery
0K+
Concurrent Users
Live WebSocket Platforms
0M+
Records at Scale
Analytics & Dashboards in Production
0%
Faster Queries
Measured DB Performance Wins
Technical Depth

The Node.js Ecosystem

Deep expertise in scaling Node.js applications. From enterprise NestJS microservices and real-time WebSocket pipelines to cloud-native deployments on AWS and Kubernetes.

Core Node.js
Node.jsNestJSExpress.jsTypeScriptWebSocketsRESTful APIsGraphQLEvent-driven Architecture
Data & Caching
PostgreSQLMongoDBRedisKafkaMQTTPrismaTypeORMVector DBs
Cloud & DevOps
AWS (ECS, S3, RDS)DockerKubernetesCI/CD PipelineGitHub ActionsNginxPrometheusGrafana
Track Record

A Decade of Accountable Delivery

From healthcare and analytics to fintech, identity, and AI-heavy platforms — each role sharpened how I partner with stakeholders, de-risk roadmaps, and ship under real constraints.

Freelance Full-Stack Developer

Aug 2024Present
Magnificode (Remote)

Scalable web apps with Next.js, NestJS, PostgreSQL, and AWS. AI features via OpenAI for automation and intelligent workflows. Microservices with OAuth2/JWT. CI/CD with GitHub Actions, Docker, and AWS ECS — faster, more reliable releases.

Next.jsNestJSOpenAIAWS ECSPostgreSQLDockerGitHub Actions

Frontend Engineer

Jun 2023Aug 2024
Hooaah (Remote)

Built responsive dashboards with React, Next.js, Tailwind, and GraphQL. Reduced load times via code splitting and lazy loading.

ReactNext.jsGraphQLTailwindTypeScript

Web Developer

Jan 2023Jun 2023
Ellingson (Remote)

Developed real-time systems using WebSockets supporting 15,000+ concurrent users. Optimized database queries, reducing response time by 40%.

Node.jsWebSocketsPostgreSQLExpress.js

Backend Engineer

Mar 2022Jan 2023
Kokozi (Remote)

Built event-driven microservices with Kafka and MQTT. Implemented Keycloak auth. Monitored distributed systems with Prometheus and Grafana.

KafkaNestJSKeycloakDockerKubernetesGrafana

Senior Software Developer

Feb 2021Jan 2022
Nook (Philippines)

Migrated frontend from Angular to React, improving user engagement and conversion. Integrated multiple APIs into a unified fintech loan processing system.

ReactAngularNode.jsAWS

.NET Developer

Jun 2017Jan 2021
EKG Derema (USA)

Developed analytics dashboards managing 1M+ records in real time. Improved BI reporting efficiency through automation.

.NETC#ReactJSNodeJSMongoDB

Software Developer → Team Lead

Jan 2013Jun 2017
Offbeat Software Solutions

Built healthcare dashboards handling 5,000+ daily records. Promoted to Team Lead. Awarded Best Team Lead and Employee of the Year.

.NETWebFormsJavaScriptMSSQL
Proof of Delivery

Products & Platforms Behind Me

Representative work across AI, real-time systems, and cloud platforms — each built with production constraints, not slide decks.

All Projects

Hooaah

Secure identity verification and access management — passwordless authentication and fraud-resistant onboarding across web and mobile. Full frontend: dashboards, admin flows, and GraphQL integration.

Next.jsNestJSGraphQLTypeScript+2

Kokozi

Connected audio platform for children — stories and music through screen-free devices and app-linked figurines. Event-driven microservices with Kafka/MQTT; containerized stack for consistent delivery.

NestJSKafkaMQTTTypeScript+3

Maurice Andrews Solicitors

Professional legal firm website with modern UI, service pages, and client contact flows. Built with performance and SEO as primary goals. Clean, conversion-optimised design for a UK law firm.

Next.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSSNestJS
Real-Time Collaboration

Perfect European Overlap

My core delivery hours naturally align with the European morning and early afternoon, giving us 4-5 hours of daily overlap for standups, architecture reviews, and unblocking execution.

12AM (IST)
4AM (IST)
8AM (IST)
12PM (IST)
4PM (IST)
8PM (IST)
12PM (IST)
IST (India)Core: 09:00 - 18:00
CET (Europe)Core: 09:00 - 17:00
BST (UK)Core: 09:00 - 17:00
Sweet Spot (Overlap)
European Engagement

Engagement & Logistics FAQ

Straight answers European hiring managers and CTOs look for before a first call.

What hours and time zones do you work? (CET/BST)
Perfect overlap with Europe: My core delivery hours are 9:00–18:00 IST, which translates perfectly to a morning/mid-day overlap for teams on CET or BST. We have plenty of time for live architecture reviews, standups, and sprint planning. Execution and async work stay in normal working hours so delivery stays predictable.
What is your hourly rate or budget range in Euros/GBP?
I list hourly-style engagements starting from €18/hr or £16/hr (approx USD $20/hr). The number that actually lands depends on the scope of the Node.js architecture, urgency, and whether we are talking about a short-term contract, retainer, or remote FTE.
Are you familiar with GDPR and data privacy?
Yes. I have extensive experience building GDPR-compliant backends, implementing secure data handling, right-to-be-forgotten flows, and proper PII encryption using Node.js and Postgres.
How do payments and invoicing work for EU companies?
I regularly invoice B2B (company-to-company) to European entities. We can use common platforms such as Wise, Payoneer, or direct Bank Transfer — whatever we agree is most compliant for your accounting team.
Do you only write Node.js?
Node.js (specifically NestJS and Express) is my core backend expertise, but I am a Senior Full-Stack Engineer. I also write production-grade Next.js, React, and TypeScript. I can own the entire vertical slice of a feature, not just the API endpoint.
Can we speak to a reference?
Yes — after an intro call and when there is mutual interest, I can connect you with CTOs and Founders who have worked with me directly. I respect past clients' time, so references are not a public page.
Open for Senior / Lead Engagements

Hiring for AI or
Platform Delivery?

Share your roadmap, stack, and timeline — I reply within one business day with availability and a clear next step. Ideal for CTOs, Engineering Leads, and Founders who need a senior engineer to own delivery, not just tickets. Time zones, contract vs FTE, references — see Hiring FAQ.

manojsethi90@gmail.com
Mohali, Punjab, India · Remote only (no relocation) · IST 9–6 core hours