Senior Node Engineer

.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative SaaS startup is seeking a Senior Node Developer to join their team in Vancouver. The role involves developing high-throughput proxy services and designing scalable systems. Candidates should have over five years of software development experience with a focus on Node.JS, along with strong knowledge of network protocols and experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a salary between $115,000 and $145,000, plus options based on contribution.

Qualifications

• Over five years of software development experience focused on Node.JS.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and web infrastructure.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools.

Responsibilities

• Developing high-throughput proxy services for large-scale traffic.
• Designing scalable systems with high availability.
• Debugging and optimizing performance of Node.JS applications.

Skills

Node.JS

Network protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, WebSockets, TCP/IP)

Communication skills

Containerization (Docker)

Orchestration (Kubernetes)

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

AWS

Fastify

Job description

Nexa Ligo is an early‑stage startup focusing on innovative SaaS solutions that would shape the future of the SaaS industry. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment that values innovation and creativity. You can work at the cutting edge of the cloud and SaaS industries and grow personally and professionally in a dynamic sector.

We are committed to maintaining an environment where all ideas are considered seriously and great ideas are adopted. This allows dedicated employees to effect change and direct their progression within the organization.

Summary

We are looking for a Senior Node Developer to complete transformational software development work on a high‑complexity, embedded service layer for a multi‑product / platform‑based software business.

Role Overview

• Developing and maintaining high‑throughput proxy services capable of handling large‑scale traffic and complex routing logic
• Designing and implementing scalable, distributed systems, incorporating high availability and fault tolerance strategies
• Debugging, monitoring, and optimizing the performance of production Node.JS applications, including memory leak detection and resolution
• Implementing proxy servers
• Deploying and managing microservices in cloud environments

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology)
• Over five (5) years of software development experience, with a focus on Node.JS
• Strong understanding of network protocols and web infrastructure, including HTTP/HTTPS, WebSockets, and TCP/IP
• Significant experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker and Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of security best practices, such as API authentication, MITM protection, SSL/TLS encryption, and secure proxy implementations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment

Nice to Have

• Rust experience is a plus
• AWS or other cloud platform experience is a plus
• Familiarity with Fastify is a plus

Salary and Benefits

• $115,000 - $145,000 base salary plus an options grant commensurate with capacity for contribution to the team

Position Type

• Nature: Permanent, full‑time, and in person
• Time Commitment: 40 hours per week
• Start Date: Immediate

Please note:

Candidates must be currently authorized to work in Canada.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.