Remote Backend Engineer — Node.js & AWS

Deel; Denmark; On-site; DKK 774,000 - 1,096,000; Full time

Job summary

Deel is seeking a senior backend engineer for a remote, globally distributed team. You will design and implement scalable backend services, APIs, and data models, collaborating closely with product and frontend teams to deliver high-impact features.

You’ll optimize performance for high transaction volumes and uphold robust security practices. Join Deel’s remote-first culture, contributing to a platform used in 150+ countries.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Backend Development.
• Proficiency with Node.js and TypeScript/JavaScript.
• Strong database skills with PostgreSQL.
• Experience building scalable APIs and services.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns.
• Background designing systems for high transaction volumes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in a Cross‑Functional Team: work with frontend, product, designers, and QA.
• Participate in Product Planning: contribute from discovery to deployment.
• Develop and Enhance Features: build robust features and APIs, fix bugs.
• Provide an Exceptional, Customer‑Centric Experience through quality engineering.

Skills

Backend Development

Node.js

TypeScript/JavaScript

PostgreSQL

API Development

OOP & Design Patterns

High-Volume Transactions

Job description

Deel is seeking a senior backend engineer for a remote, globally distributed team. You will design and implement scalable backend services, APIs, and data models, collaborating closely with product and frontend teams to deliver high-impact features.

You’ll optimize performance for high transaction volumes and uphold robust security practices. Join Deel’s remote-first culture, contributing to a platform used in 150+ countries.