Senior Backend Software Engineer

Virta Ltd; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading EV charging platform in Helsinki is seeking a skilled Developer to work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-growing sector. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with TypeScript, Node.js, and cloud services, thriving in an international team. We offer flexible hours, a supportive culture, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable mobility.

Benefits

Individual training budget

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Knowledge-sharing sessions

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Node.js and Laravel is a big plus.
• Strong knowledge of TypeScript.
• Familiarity with MySQL and PostgreSQL is essential.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

Agile methodologies

Design patterns

SOLID principles

Tools

AWS

GitLab Pipelines

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Kubernetes

Laravel

Job description

Do you have a passion for clean code and scalable solutions?

Are you eager to grow as a developer while working on cutting-edge technology in the fast-growing EV sector? Join Virta, Europe’s innovation leader in electric vehicle charging, and help us build the future of sustainable mobility.

About Us

Virta is Europe’s fastest-growing EV charging platform, operating in 36+ countries with 600,000+ charging stations. Headquartered in Helsinki, with offices in Berlin, Stockholm, Paris, London, Singapore, and Bucharest, we’re shaping the future of e-mobility with a talented, multinational team.

What You’ll Work With

We use the latest tools and technologies to build globally scalable, reliable, and maintainable services for both end-users and business customers. Our stack includes:

• Backend: TypeScript (ExpressJS, NestJS), PHP 8 (Laravel 10 Monolith & legacy)
• Frontend: React
• Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis
• Messaging: RabbitMQ, Kafka
• Cloud: AWS, Kubernetes
• CI/CD: GitLab Pipelines

What We’re Looking For

Technical Skills:

• Hands-on experience with Node.js (ExpressJS, NestJS) and Laravel is a big plus
• Strong knowledge of TypeScript
• Familiarity with MySQL, PostgreSQL
• Experience with modern CI/CD systems and cloud services
• Familiarity with frameworks like NestJS, ExpressJS, Laravel
• Experience working in Scrum or other agile environments
• Good knowledge about design patterns and SOLID.
• Experience on improving legacy code bases.

Personal Qualities:

• Persistent and determined in solving complex problems
• Comfortable asking questions and seeking help
• Confident in writing technical documentation
• Fluent in English and enjoy working in an international team
• Committed to building maintainable, high-quality, and scalable solutions

What We Offer

• Work with a highly skilled, multinational team
• Individual training budget
• Opportunities to join or create internal knowledge-sharing sessions
• Flexible working hours and choice of tools (laptop & smartphone)
• Hybrid work model—office visits only when required by your team
• A chance to grow your expertise in an internationally expanding company
• Supportive colleagues and a great team culture

Ready to join us?
Submit your application via the button below and help us build the future of EV charging—while having fun along the way!