Senior Software Engineer (Node.js)

Ocho; Belfast; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech company is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design and maintain backend services using Node.js and TypeScript. This fully remote role, based in Northern Ireland, offers a competitive salary range of £60k-£90k, focusing on high-quality software with a strong collaborative culture.

Benefits

Work From Home

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript with Node.js.
• Track record of delivering clean, maintainable code.
• Experience with system architecture and cloud-native design.

Responsibilities

• Design backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence.
• Collaborate with teams for high-impact solutions.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

Node.js

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

NoSQL databases

Fullstack development

Team collaboration

Tools

AWS

CI/CD processes

Golang

Job description

Overview

Senior Software Engineer - Node.js (Remote NI Wide)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team working on large-scale, cloud-based services that power products used by millions worldwide. This role is focused on building and maintaining modern backend services and APIs, ensuring they are reliable, scalable, and performant.

You'll work closely with talented engineers and product managers to deliver new features, improve existing systems, and solve complex technical challenges. The environment is fast-paced but collaborative, with a strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and ownership.

If you thrive in tackling challenging problems, are passionate about building high-quality software, and want the flexibility of fully remote working while contributing to impactful projects, this role offers a fantastic opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and maintaining backend services using Node.js and TypeScript
• Taking ownership of key systems and projects from design through to deployment
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions
• Breaking down complex requirements into achievable, prioritised tasks
• Ensuring system resilience, scalability, and maintainability through best practices
• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a culture of technical excellence

Skills

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript with Node.js on the server side
• Track record of delivering clean, maintainable, production-grade code
• Solid understanding of system architecture and cloud-native design principles
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• General knowledge of databases (NoSQL experience a plus)
• Ability to implement unit, integration, and functional tests
• Fullstack development experience advantageous
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and technologies
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach

Bonus points for

• Experience working with web APIs at scale
• Familiarity with AWS and related cloud services
• Knowledge of CI/CD processes
• Experience with Golang
• Understanding of Agile development methodologies
• Prior experience in high-traffic or media-rich environments

Our engineering organisation values

• Ownership and accountability in delivering technical solutions
• Collaboration and open communication across teams
• Producing high-quality code with continuous improvement in mind
• Mentoring and supporting colleagues to grow collectively
• Sharing knowledge through talks, documentation, open-source projects, and blogs

Why join

• Fully remote working with flexibility (Northern Ireland wide)
• Competitive base salary (£60k-£90k)
• Work with modern, cloud-native technologies on impactful projects
• Strong culture of autonomy, innovation, and collaboration

Skills

• Node.js
• Typescript
• Javascript
• AWS

Benefits

• Work From Home