Senior Backend Engineer, Node.js + AWS

Accountabilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and cloud-based technologies.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including frontend engineers, product managers, designers, and QA professionals.
• Participate in all stages of the software development lifecycle, from product discovery and planning to deployment and optimization.
• Build and enhance APIs with strong focus on performance, scalability, validation, and security best practices.
• Optimize high-volume transactional systems to ensure reliability, concurrency handling, and system efficiency under load.
• Improve database structures, query performance, and data migrations using PostgreSQL.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs and production issues in a fast-paced development environment.
• Contribute to architecture discussions and continuous improvements in engineering standards and processes.

Requirements:

• At least 8 years of experience as a Software Engineer with strong backend development expertise.
• Advanced proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript/JavaScript, and backend engineering best practices.
• Experience with at least one additional server-side programming language.
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL, including query optimization, database modeling, and migrations.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and software design patterns.
• Experience designing scalable and distributed systems capable of handling high transaction volumes.
• Strong experience building secure and scalable APIs, including authentication and queue-based architectures.
• Familiarity with AWS cloud services and serverless architectures is highly valued.
• Experience working with SaaS platforms and always-on production environments is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Comfortable working autonomously in fully remote and globally distributed teams.
• Business-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving and customer-focused thinking.

Benefits:

• Fully remote work flexibility with optional coworking access.
• Competitive compensation package with potential stock grant opportunities depending on role and location.
• Exposure to large-scale global SaaS products and complex engineering challenges.
• Opportunity to work with internationally distributed teams across multiple countries and cultures.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and innovation-driven work environment.
• Career growth opportunities in a fast-scaling global technology company.
• Access to additional perks and benefits based on employment status and location.