Senior Backend Developer, Typescript, NodeJS, AWS

OCC Computer Personnel; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Backend Developer proficient in Typescript and NodeJS. This role involves designing and maintaining scalable backend systems within a dynamic team environment. The right candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and experience in Agile practices. The position offers hybrid working options based in Crewe, Cheshire.

Qualifications

• Significant commercial experience as a backend developer.
• Ability to design and implement scalable backend systems.
• Experience with microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems using Node.js and Typescript.
• Work closely within a cross-functional team to achieve desired outcomes.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of growth.

Skills

Typescript

NodeJS

Problem-solving

Agile methodology

Leadership

Tools

Docker

AWS

Git

Job description

Senior Backend Developer (Typescript, NodeJS)

Looking for a Senior Backend developer with very strong Typescript and NodeJS due to growth and success, for a highly talented development team. My client is looking for an experienced software developer who can hit the ground running from day one with significant commercial experience as a backend developer to work on the following tech stack:

• NodeJS / Typescript / Mocha / Sinon / Terraform / Git / Gitlab CICD/ Docker
• AWS (ECS, EC2, Kinesis, Firehose, RDS, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, SQS, SNS)
• Databases Postgres / MySQL

As a Senior Developer my client is looking for strong critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills. Someone who can take ownership of projects from design to implementation and work in an Agile environment.

Looking for someone who can lead by example who can balance technical excellence with pragmatic execution, ensuring the product evolves. Personality is key someone who can take ownership, go above and beyond.

Specifically, you will play a key role in developing and running a complex multi-environment SaaS product compromised of 70+ git repos using modern microservice backend built in Typescript / NodeJS / Docker on AWS and automated CI/CD pipelines released onto terraform-provisioned infrastructure.

There will be opportunities to learn as well as using your own experience to influence the team and platform.

The role is based in Crewe, Cheshire and does offer hybrid working.

Your responsibilities will include

• Design, build, and maintain scalable and secure backend systems using Node.js and Typescript
• Work closely within a cross-functional team and the wider team, with a focus on working together to achieve desired outcomes.
• Lead by example, stepping in to guide the team through challenging situations with persistence and creative problem-solving.
• Support and mentor junior developers, sharing expertise and fostering a culture of growth and excellence.
• Roll up your sleeves and take the initiative to tackle critical challenges during high-stakes situations.