Senior Full Stack Developer (Remote, Contractual) [HR214]

Smart Working; Ahmedabad District; Remote; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (

No Weekend Work

Day 1 Benefits

Mentorship, community, and forums

True Belonging

5-Day AI Training

Job summary

Smart Working seeks an experienced Senior Full-Stack Developer with 8+ years of hands-on software development to support a live Studio product in production, focusing on maintenance, new features, and incremental backend API improvements.

The role is approximately 70% backend and 30% frontend, working mainly with Node.js, NestJS, Angular, Docker, and Docker Compose. All services are containerised and deployed on Google Cloud Run via Artifact Registry.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Experience building scalable web applications and cloud-native solutions.
• Proficiency with Node.js, NestJS, Angular, and containerized deployments.
• Strong REST API design capabilities.
• Familiarity with Docker and Docker Compose.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance a live production platform.
• Deliver new features across the existing product.
• Implement incremental backend API improvements.
• Support the Studio product in production.
• Work a backend-heavy full-stack split (~70% backend, 30% frontend).
• Build and maintain backend services using Node.js and NestJS.
• Contribute to frontend development using Angular.
• Work with containerized services using Docker and Docker Compose.
• Collaborate within an existing team while self-managing day-to-day delivery.
• Follow established codebase patterns and deployment processes.
• Independently design and document APIs.
• Deliver thoroughly and on time in a maintenance-focused environment.

Skills

Node.js

NestJS

Angular

Docker

Docker Compose

REST API design

AI tools (Claude/Cursor)

GCP/Cloud Run

Tools

Swagger

Job description

At Smart Working, we believe your job should not only look right on paper but also feel right every day. This isn’t just another remote opportunity - it’s about finding where you truly belong, no matter where you are. From day one, you’re welcomed into a genuine community that values your growth and well-being.

Our mission is simple: to break down geographic barriers and connect skilled professionals with outstanding global teams and products for full-time, long-term roles. We help you discover meaningful work with teams that invest in your success, where you’re empowered to grow personally and professionally.

Join one of the highest-rated workplaces on Glassdoor and experience what it means to thrive in a truly remote-first world.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Full-Stack Developer with 8+ years of hands‑on software development experience, building scalable web applications and cloud‑native solutions. You will support a live, feature‑complete Studio product in production, with a focus on maintenance, new feature delivery, and incremental backend API improvements. The role is approximately 70% backend and 30% frontend, working mainly with Node.js, NestJS, Angular, Docker, and Docker Compose.

All services are containerised using Docker and deployed on Google Cloud Run via Artifact Registry. You will work within an existing team and codebase, following established engineering patterns and deployment processes.

About Smart Working

At Smart Working, we believe your job should not only look right on paper but also feel right every day. This isn’t just another remote opportunity - it’s about finding where you truly belong, no matter where you are. From day one, you’re welcomed into a genuine community that values your growth and well-being.

Our mission is simple: to break down geographic barriers and connect skilled professionals with outstanding global teams and products for full-time, long‑term roles. We help you discover meaningful work with teams that invest in your success, where you’re empowered to grow personally and professionally.

Join one of the highest-rated workplaces on Glassdoor and experience what it means to thrive in a truly remote‑first world.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Full-Stack Developer with 8+ years of hands‑on software development experience, building scalable web applications and cloud‑native solutions. You will support a live, feature‑complete Studio product in production, with a focus on maintenance, new feature delivery, and incremental backend API improvements. The role is approximately 70% backend and 30% frontend, working mainly with Node.js, NestJS, Angular, Docker, and Docker Compose.

All services are containerised using Docker and deployed on Google Cloud Run via Artifact Registry. You will work within an existing team and codebase, following established engineering patterns and deployment processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance a live production platform
• Deliver new features across the existing product
• Implement incremental backend API improvements
• Support the Studio product in production
• Work across a backend-heavy full‑stack split of approximately 70% backend and 30% frontend
• Build and maintain backend services using Node.js and NestJS
• Contribute to frontend development using Angular
• Work with containerised services using Docker and Docker Compose
• Collaborate within an existing team while self‑managing day‑to‑day delivery
• Follow established codebase patterns and deployment processes
• Independently design and document APIs
• Deliver thoroughly and on time in a maintenance‑focused environment

Requirements

• Overall 8+ years of experince
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with Node.js and/or NestJS
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Angular
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Docker and Docker Compose
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with REST API design
• 4–6 years minimum overall professional experience
• 1+ year of working experience with AI tools such as Claude, MCP, or LLM APIs
• Comfortable using AI‑assisted development tools such as Claude and Cursor
• Mid to Senior level engineering experience
• Strong backend capability with the ability to contribute to frontend development
• Ability to independently design and document APIs
• Ability to work within an existing team while managing day‑to‑day work independently
• Ability to follow established engineering and deployment patterns
• Thorough approach to maintenance work with timely delivery

Nice to Have

• 2+ years of experience with GCP and Cloud Run
• 2+ years of experience with Swagger or API documentation
• Strong API discipline as a substitute for Swagger or API documentation experience
• 1+ year of experience with microservices architecture

Benefits

• Fixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)
• No Weekend Work: Real work‑life balance, not just words
• Day 1 Benefits: Laptop and working assets
• Support That Matters: Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are shared
• True Belonging: A long‑term career where your contributions are valued
• 5-Day AI Training: Hands‑on AI Academy onboarding to get you building with AI from day one

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.