Senior Backend Engineer

JR Italy; Teramo; Remoto; EUR 37.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An innovative startup in the health sector is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to enhance their product development team. In this role, you will design and implement scalable backend solutions using Node.js and TypeScript, while overseeing AWS infrastructure and contributing to DevOps practices. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure backend performance and security. If you're passionate about transforming lives through technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team that values your ideas and offers flexibility in your work environment.

Servizi

Autonomy and flexibility

Personalised learning budget

Dynamic work environment

Career progression support

Competenze

• 5+ years of backend development experience with a focus on scalable architecture.
• Expertise in Node.js and TypeScript is essential for this role.

Mansioni

• Design and build scalable backend solutions using Node.js with TypeScript.
• Oversee AWS infrastructure and contribute to DevOps practices.

Conoscenze

Node.js

TypeScript

AWS

Agile Scrum

API Services

Formazione

Degree in Computer Science

Equivalent Experience

Strumenti

Serverless Framework

Git/GitLab

RESTful APIs

Descrizione del lavoro

Vita Health is a dynamic startup in the health, nutrition, and fitness industry. Our innovative product has positively affected the lives of over 130,000 people in our core market, and we are now eager to expand our expertise and reach globally.

Our Mission

Our mission is to enhance our presence not just in the B2C sector, where we began, but also in B2B by integrating into corporate welfare programs for both large enterprises and SMEs that shape our market. We strive to make individuals more conscious of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, demonstrating that dieting and exercising can seamlessly fit into their daily routines rather than being a chore.

Our Approach

By utilizing AI and algorithms, we create personalised diet and training plans tailored to user inputs during onboarding, which adapt continuously to reflect their progress. Our dedicated team of nutritionists and personal trainers is committed to guiding users throughout their journey to help them reach their goals.

Join Us

If you're passionate about transforming lives, join Vita Health!

About The Role

At Vita Health, technology is at the heart of what we do, making our product development team essential to our success. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll play a vital role in enhancing our product. Your key responsibilities include:

1. Contributing to technical direction and supporting team members when needed, fostering growth, accountability, and technical excellence.
2. Designing and building scalable backend solutions using Node.js with TypeScript.
3. Overseeing AWS infrastructure and contributing to DevOps practices (CI/CD, monitoring, cloud architecture).
4. Improving backend estimations, technical planning, and collaborating on roadmap alignment.
5. Designing and implementing robust authentication systems, payment integrations, and API services.
6. Leading the technical execution of our custom video infrastructure project.
7. Ensuring backend performance, security, and reliability at scale.
8. Collaborating cross-functionally with Frontend, Product, and Design teams.
9. Driving continuous improvement in development workflows, code quality, and deployment processes.

We seek a Backend Engineer who is ready to be challenged, contribute to process optimisation, and isn't afraid to question the status quo.

Our Backend Technology Stack

• Serverless Framework
• ZOD
• Node.js/Express.js
• TypeScript
• Git/GitLab
• RESTful APIs

What You’ll Bring

• Expertise in Node.js and TypeScript, with a strong understanding of scalable backend architecture
• Experience building or integrating custom video platforms or media delivery systems (e.g., AWS Media, Mux, or similar)
• 5+ years of backend development experience
• Familiarity with AWS cloud services, especially around storage, compute, and user management (Cognito, S3, Lambda, API Gateway)
• Mastery of coding principles like DRY and SOLID
• Agile Scrum proficiency and ability to work with evolving requirements
• Degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, or equivalent experience
• Quick-learning attitude, driven by results, and adaptability to change
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote team environment
• Exceptional communication and organisational skills

Bonus Points For

• Hands-on experience with CI/CD and DevOps workflows
• Experience with Stripe, In-App Purchases (IAP), or dual payment models
• Experience with AI/ML technologies or projects
• Experience in a startup or scale-up environment
• Experience in a product-focused setting

What we offer

• €37,000 – €45,000 based on experience
• Autonomy and flexibility. Work from wherever you want, with the option to visit our modern Milan office.
• Personalised learning budget with dedicated learning time weekly.
• A dynamic work environment where your ideas will directly influence our strategies and product development.
• Leadership committed to your career progression
• A significant impact in the health sector
• Assessment processes including reasoning, technical, and cultural fit evaluations.

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