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Node.js development for APIs and back ends that scale

Notion Tech builds APIs, real-time features and SaaS back ends with Node.js, Express and PostgreSQL. It is the stack behind Rostery and AuditCore, handling rosters, billing, claims and mobile app traffic every day.

Node.js + Express

our API stack

PostgreSQL

row-level security

Real-time

Socket.io

router.post("/shifts", auth(), async (req, res) => {
  const shift = await roster.create(req.body)
  io.to(shift.orgId).emit("shift:new", shift)
  res.json(shift)
})

The engine behind the screens.

Secure, documented and built to be monitored.

REST APIs

Versioned, documented APIs for web apps, mobile apps and partners.

SaaS back ends

Multi-tenant data, subscriptions, roles and audit logs.

Real-time features

Live updates, chat and notifications with Socket.io.

Integrations

Xero, Stripe, QuickBooks, Employment Hero and other APIs.

Background jobs

Scheduled tasks, queues, emails and report generation.

Secure sessions

Cookie sessions, CSRF protection, rate limits and encryption.

Why Node.js

Node.js uses JavaScript and TypeScript on the server, the same language as the front end, so one team can work across the whole product. It handles many simultaneous connections well, which suits APIs, mobile apps and live updates.

How we build back ends

Data separation between customers is enforced in the database with PostgreSQL row-level security, not just in application code. Money is calculated in one place. Every important action is logged. These habits come from running Rostery, where a billing or privacy mistake is not acceptable.

  • Row-level security in PostgreSQL

  • Rate limits and input validation

  • Automated backups

  • Error tracking and monitoring

Express

TypeScript

PostgreSQL

Socket.io

Redis

Docker

AWS

Stripe

Xero

Questions about Node.js

Still have a question? Talk to us.

What is Node.js used for?

APIs, web app back ends, real-time features, integrations and background jobs.

Is Node.js secure enough for business software?

Yes, when built properly. We add authentication, role checks, rate limits, encrypted connections, audit logs and database-level data separation.

Which database do you use with Node.js?

PostgreSQL by default, for its reliability and security features. We also work with MySQL.

Can you add an API to our existing system?

Yes. We can put a secure API in front of an existing database or system so apps and partners can connect.

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