Senior Backend Engineer

Vita Health; Liguria; Remoto; EUR 37.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Vita Health, a dynamic startup in health and nutrition, seeks a Senior Backend Engineer to enhance product development using Node.js and TypeScript. The role includes managing AWS infrastructure and DevOps practices, contributing to scalable solutions. This position offers flexibility, a learning budget, and opportunities for significant impact in transforming lives through health technology.

Servizi

Autonomy and flexibility in working conditions

Personalized learning budget

Dynamic work environment influencing product strategies

Commitment to career progression

Unique opportunities in health sector impact

Competenze

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• Strong understanding of scalable backend architecture.
• Experience with Agile Scrum methodologies.

Mansioni

• Design and build scalable backend solutions using Node.js with TypeScript.
• Oversee AWS infrastructure and contribute to DevOps practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Frontend, Product, and Design teams.

Conoscenze

Node.js

TypeScript

AWS services

Agile Scrum

Coding principles (DRY, SOLID)

Exceptional communication skills

Formazione

Degree in computer science, mathematics, physics or equivalent experience

Strumenti

AWS EC2

AWS Lambda

AWS Cognito

RESTful APIs

Git / GitLab

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 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.

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.

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 :

• Contribute to technical direction and support team members when needed, fostering growth, accountability, and technical excellence.
• Design and build scalable backend solutions using Node.js with TypeScript.
• Oversee AWS infrastructure and contribute to DevOps practices (CI / CD, monitoring, cloud architecture).
• Improve backend estimations, technical planning, and collaborate on roadmap alignment.
• Design and implement robust authentication systems, payment integrations, and API services.
• Lead technical execution of our custom video infrastructure project.
• Ensure backend performance, security, and reliability at scale.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Frontend, Product, and Design teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in development workflows, code quality, and deployment processes.

We are seeking 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

• AWS services : EC2, Lambda, Cognito, SES, API Gateway, S3
• Serverless Framework
• 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 :

• 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 weekly learning time.
• A dynamic work environment where your ideas influence strategies and product development.
• Leadership committed to your career progression.
• A unique opportunity to create a significant impact in the health sector.
• Asynchronous Assessment : Evaluate reasoning abilities, logical and critical thinking, and responses to challenging situations.
• Assessment Review : Discuss your test results to understand your thought process.
• Technical Evaluation : Complete a technical assessment tailored to the role.
• Technical Review : Discuss your approach and reasoning behind your solutions.
• Cultural Fit Interview : Ensure your values align with our company culture to help everyone thrive.

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