Senior Backend Developer - Node.js

Medium; Remote; CAD 110,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

A global tech company is looking for a Senior Backend Developer - Node.js to design and maintain core backend systems for their high-performance platform. You will develop scalable, secure features while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates must have exceptional Node.js skills, experience with microservices, and strong database management capabilities. This fully remote role offers a flexible work culture and competitive salary with opportunities for career development and continuous learning.

Benefits

Flexible remote work culture

Competitive salary

Mentorship programs

Career development opportunities

Social activities and team-building events

Qualifications

• Exceptional proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript development.
• Experience with microservices architecture and backend systems.
• Strong database skills with MySQL and MongoDB.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs.
• Design and implement products and features using agile methodologies.
• Ensure backend systems follow the highest security standards.

Skills

Node.js

JavaScript

Microservices architecture

MySQL

MongoDB

Security best practices

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Tools

Redis

Blockchains

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Backend Developer - Node.js in Worldwide.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer to design and maintain the core backend systems powering a global, high-performance platform. In this role, you will contribute to building scalable, secure, and innovative features that directly impact users worldwide. You will work on complex architectures, integrate with blockchain technologies, and ensure services remain real-time and reliable. This is a fully remote position that values autonomy, collaboration, and continuous learning while providing opportunities to tackle challenging technical problems in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and integrations to ensure scalability, reliability, and high performance.
• Design and implement new products and features using agile methodologies to provide a seamless user experience.
• Ensure backend systems follow the highest security standards, protecting the integrity and safety of the platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, product managers, and engineers to deliver robust solutions.
• Participate in architectural decisions, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and maintain backend processes to support high-availability and low-latency operations.

Requirements

• Exceptional proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript development.
• Experience with microservices architecture and building complex backend systems.
• Strong database skills (MySQL, MongoDB) and familiarity with high-performance data management.
• Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing secure backend systems.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt to evolving requirements.
• Bonus skills: blockchain integration, Ruby, Rust, C++, message queues (Redis), caches, and job queues.
• Strong problem-solving skills, autonomy, and effective communication in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Flexible remote-friendly work culture allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Mentorship programs and career development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to continuous learning, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Social activities, team-building events, and opportunities for global networking.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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