Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js + Terraform)

Avenue Code; Linhares; Presencial; BRL 60.000 - 85.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A technology solutions company in Brazil seeks an experienced Engineer to join its high-performing engineering team. The role involves designing and maintaining scalable systems, leading DevOps initiatives, and implementing infrastructure as code. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in Node.js/JavaScript, AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes, along with excellent troubleshooting and communication abilities. Emphasis is on contributing immediately to complex challenges and driving technical excellence.

Qualificações

• Professional experience in functional programming with Node.js/JavaScript.
• Proven experience in DevOps practices and cloud-native environments.
• Deep hands-on experience with Kubernetes (EKS) and Docker.
• Expertise with AWS services.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and relational databases.
• Professional experience with Terraform.
• Solid understanding of application security.
• Excellent communication skills in an agile environment.

Responsabilidades

• Design, build, and maintain backend systems and APIs.
• Lead DevOps initiatives, managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Implement infrastructure as code using Terraform.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver new features.
• Optimize AWS services and troubleshoot complex issues.

Conhecimentos

Functional programming with Node.js/JavaScript

DevOps practices

Kubernetes (EKS)

Docker

AWS services management

SQL proficiency

Terraform

Application security

Problem-solving skills

Ferramentas

AWS (S3, RDS, EventBridge, etc.)

Terraform

Kubernetes

Docker

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Opportunity We are seeking a Engineer to join our high-performing engineering team, focused on building highly available, large-scale, and low-latency data platforms. This role is ideal for a hands-on, experienced engineer who can immediately contribute to solving complex challenges, driving technical excellence, and enhancing our DevOps and backend infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain highly available and scalable backend systems and APIs.

Lead and own DevOps initiatives, including CI / CD pipeline management, cloud infrastructure, and container orchestration.

Implement and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform, ensuring secure, reproducible, and automated deployments.

Work closely with stakeholders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to deliver new features and improve existing systems.

Ensure disaster recovery readiness and compliance with security best practices.

Manage and optimize AWS services (S3, RDS, EventBridge, SQS, IAM, VPC, ECR, etc.).

Deploy and manage Kubernetes (EKS) clusters and Docker images in production environments.

Troubleshoot complex issues across distributed systems and drive root cause analysis.

Maintain high standards of code quality, testing, and documentation.

Collaborate across engineering teams (Platform, Security, UX) to ensure seamless integration and delivery.

Required Qualifications

Professional experience in functional programming, with Node.js / JavaScript.

Proven experience with DevOps practices and cloud-native environments.

Deep hands-on experience with Kubernetes (EKS) and Docker.

Expertise with AWS (S3, RDS, EventBridge, SQS, DMS, Security Groups, IAM, VPCs, ECR).

Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (MSSQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Aurora, RDS).

Professional experience with Terraform (infrastructure as code).

Solid understanding of application security and use of security tools (e.g., Wiz, Snyk).

Strong debugging, issue resolution, and troubleshooting skills.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an agile environment.

Pragmatic mindset with a strong sense of ownership and craftsmanship.

English proficiency for professional communication.

Nice to Have Skills

Experience with automated database migrations and versioning.

Background in API integration and distribution systems.

Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).

Exposure to multi-region cloud deployments.

Previous experience supporting regulated industries or compliance-driven environments.

Passion for mentoring team members and driving engineering best practices.

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