Backend Developer (Node.Js/AWS)

Ocho People; Belfast; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital tech company is seeking a Backend Developer (Node.js) to design and build reliable, scalable services. The role offers flexibility and a collaborative team environment, with a focus on mentoring and driving technical innovation. Candidates should have a strong proficiency in Node.js, experience with server-side programming, and a passion for developing high-quality applications. Join a team that values engineering excellence.

Benefits

Remote-first flexibility

Collaborative engineering culture

Opportunity to contribute to open-source projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in writing clean production-grade code.
• Strong proficiency in server-side JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js).
• Strong understanding of system architecture.
• General knowledge of content databases.
• Experience in full-stack development.
• Ability to implement various tests.
• Open to learning new technologies.
• Strong team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineers to deliver business requirements.
• Take ownership of key systems and projects.
• Break down complex problems into achievable tasks.
• Build robust systems with focus on scalability.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Apply engineering best practices.

Skills

Clean, maintainable code

Node.js proficiency

Understanding system architecture

NoSQL knowledge

Full-stack development

Testing implementation skills

Adaptability to new tools

Strong communication skills

Tools

AWS

Docker

Terraform

Kubernetes

MongoDB

Job description

Backend Developer (Node.js/ AWS - 100% remote role with access to Belfast offices for those that want to collaborate)

(Please note candidates should reside in NI)

Salary

• £70,000 - £100,000 base + 10% bonus

About the Company

Join a global digital content and technology business with millions of daily users and a large-scale platform delivering high-volume content to web, mobile, and partner services. The company is investing heavily in its engineering teams to enhance its delivery capabilities, building out scalable infrastructure, and driving innovation across its platforms.

The Role

You'll join our Clients Platform team as a Senior Backend Software Engineer. You will design and build world-class services and APIs that are reliable, scalable, and performant. You’ll be working closely with engineers and product teams to improve existing technologies and create brand-new applications, while mentoring junior developers and contributing to engineering best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with engineers to deliver business requirements and technical improvements.
• Take ownership of key systems and projects, driving them from design to delivery.
• Break down complex problems into achievable, prioritised tasks.
• Build robust, performant systems with a focus on scalability and resilience.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
• Apply engineering best practices to ensure system quality and maintainability.

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience writing clean, maintainable, production‑grade code in a modern programming language.
• Proficiency in server‑side JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js).
• Strong understanding of system architecture and the downstream effects of code changes.
• General knowledge of content databases (NoSQL experience advantageous).
• Experience in full‑stack development.
• Ability to implement unit, integration, and functional tests.
• Adaptable and open to learning new tools, technologies, and frameworks.
• Strong communication skills and team‑oriented mindset.

Bonus Points For

• Experience working with web APIs.
• Familiarity with CI/CD processes.
• Experience in Golang.
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
• Previous experience in the media, publishing, or content delivery space.

Tech Stack You'll Work With

• JavaScript/TypeScript (with some Golang).
• MongoDB and other content databases.
• AWS (including Lambda, SNS/SQS).
• Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes (EKS).
• Additional responsibilities include cache management, data syncing and denormalisation, and third‑party integrations.

Why Join

• Play a key role in building and scaling a high‑traffic, global content delivery platform.
• Work with a collaborative engineering culture that values mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to open‑source projects, tech talks, and community initiatives.
• Enjoy remote‑first flexibility with opportunities to shape the technical direction of the platform.

How to Apply

If you believe you meet the criteria for this role and are excited about the opportunity, please apply via the link. Alternatively, reach out to Phil Gamble directly for a confidential chat via LinkedIn or WhatsApp.

About Phil Gamble

Phil Gamble has over 20 years of experience in the Tech recruitment industry, successfully delivering on challenging IT recruitment campaigns in global IT software companies in the US, UK, and Ireland. He takes a personalised approach to understanding candidates and has garnered praise for his professionalism and dedication to their career goals.

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