Senior Node.js Backend Engineer - AWS & Scalable APIs

Deel; Dubai; On-site; AED 441,000 - 661,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock grants

Remote work

WeWork access

Job summary

Deel is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to lead backend development in a remote-first setup. You will build scalable services using Node.js, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL, delivering robust APIs and secure data models.

With 8+ years in software engineering, you’ll collaborate globally, maintain high-quality code, and contribute to a culture of innovation and inclusion. Join Deel to impact global payroll and HR at scale.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years as a Software Engineer.
• Strong backend in Node.js and TypeScript/JavaScript.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, data modeling, and query optimization.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and ship features.
• Develop robust backend services and APIs with secure, scalable architectures.
• Code, review, test, and maintain software in a remote-first environment.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript/JavaScript

PostgreSQL

OOP & Design Patterns

APIs & JWT

Scalability & performance

Remote collaboration

Distributed systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PostgreSQL

Docker

JWT

Job description

Deel is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to lead backend development in a remote-first setup. You will build scalable services using Node.js, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL, delivering robust APIs and secure data models.

With 8+ years in software engineering, you’ll collaborate globally, maintain high-quality code, and contribute to a culture of innovation and inclusion. Join Deel to impact global payroll and HR at scale.