Backend Engineer, NodeJS | Only UTC-6 to UTC-9 time

Deel; Perú; Presencial; PEN 201.000 - 319.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Stock grant opportunities

Flexible office membership (IWG)

Descripción de la vacante

Deel is seeking a Backend Engineer to build robust, scalable back-end solutions that power our global payroll and HR platform. You will collaborate with frontend, product, design and QA to deliver high-quality APIs and features, while ensuring security and reliability across our services.

The role emphasizes collaboration, scalable design, and ownership of code quality through the full SDLC, with Deel Speed for debugging and delivery.

Formación

• 4 years of Software Engineer experience.
• Expert in Node.js and JavaScript.
• Strong PostgreSQL/NoSQL knowledge with ORM experience (Sequelize).
• Solid understanding of AWS services (S3, EKS, SNS, SQS).
• Adheres to quality processes and takes ownership of outcomes.
• InfoSec awareness and data protection mindset.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate closely with Frontend, Product, Designers and QA.
• Contribute across the Software Development Lifecycle from discovery to deployment.
• Develop robust features and APIs; fix bugs efficiently at Deel Speed.
• Ensure high-quality, customer-focused engineering and reliable services.

Conocimientos

Node.js

JavaScript

SQL

NoSQL

PostgreSQL

Sequelize

AWS

InfoSec

Herramientas

Sequelize

S3

EKS

SNS

SQS

PostgreSQL

Descripción del empleo

Who We Are Is What We Do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly. Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are. Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator's top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google. Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Backend Engineer

Summary

The Back-End Engineer plays a critical role in enhancing application performance, security, and reliability, enabling Deel to deliver high-quality digital experiences to users. This role focuses on building robust and scalable back-end solutions that support front-end functionalities and ensure seamless data flow. By focusing on back-end development, this role is essential for building the foundation of applications that drive business objectives and enhance user satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Frontend Engineers, Product Teams, Designers, and QA professionals to create seamless experiences.
• From discovery to deployment, we value your input throughout all stages of the Software Development Lifecycle
• Collaborate to develop robust new features, APIs, and continuously improve our industry-leading products. Help find and fix bugs at "Deel Speed."
• Ensure top-tier products and services through quality engineering and attentive, customer-focused development.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience as a Software Engineer.
• Expert knowledge of Node.js and at least one other server side language.
• You’re an expert in JavaScript syntax.
• Database guru who knows the ins and outs of SQL and NoSQL, mainly PostgreSQL and ORM libraries (such as Sequelize)
• Firm understanding of AWS Services such as S3, EKS, SNS and SQS (If you’re a fast learner, knowledge of GCP or Azure would be suitable, too!)
• Adheres to business processes and systems to meet the company’s quality requirements.
• Takes personal accountability for service excellence.
• Information security
• Understand their role within the organisation from an information security perspective and commit to protecting the organisation’s security information assets.
• Ensures Cost savings and efficiencies in the area of accountability.

Ingénieur Back-End

Résumé

L'Ingénieur Back-End joue un rôle critique dans l'amélioration des performances, de la sécurité et de la fiabilité des applications, permettant à Deel de fournir des expériences numériques de haute qualité aux utilisateurs. Ce rôle se concentre sur la construction de solutions back-end robustes et évolutives qui soutiennent les fonctionnalités front-end et assurent un flux de données transparent. En se concentrant sur le développement back-end, ce rôle est essentiel pour construire la fondation des applications qui favorisent les objectifs commerciaux et améliorent la satisfaction des utilisateurs.

Responsabilités

• Travailler étroitement avec les Ingénieurs Frontend, les Équipes Produit, les Designers et les professionnels QA pour créer des expériences transparentes.
• De la découverte au déploiement, nous valorisons votre contribution à toutes les étapes du Cycle de Vie du Développement Logiciel.
• Collaborer au développement de nouvelles fonctionnalités robustes, d'API, et améliorer continuellement nos produits leaders du secteur. Aidez à trouver et corriger les bogues à la « Deel Speed ».
• Assurer des produits et services de premier ordre grâce à l'ingénierie de qualité et au développement attentionné et centré sur le client.

Qualifications

• 4 ans d'expérience en tant qu'Ingénieur Logiciel.
• Connaissances approfondies de Node.js et d'au moins un autre langage côté serveur.
• Vous êtes un expert en syntaxe JavaScript.
• Expert en base de données qui connaît parfaitement SQL et NoSQL, notamment PostgreSQL et les bibliothèques ORM (comme Sequelize).
• Compréhension solide des Services AWS tels que S3, EKS, SNS et SQS (Si vous êtes un apprenant rapide, la connaissance de GCP ou Azure serait également appropriée !)
• Adhère aux processus métier et aux systèmes pour répondre aux exigences de qualité de l'entreprise.
• Assume la responsabilité personnelle de l'excellence du service.
• Sécurité de l'information
• Comprendre votre rôle au sein de l'organisation d'un point de vue sécurité de l'information et s'engager à protéger les actifs informationnels de sécurité de l'organisation.
• Assure les économies de coûts et l’efficacité dans le domaine de la responsabilité.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

• Our salary range reflects gross base salary. For commercial roles with commission eligibility, this figure represents On-Target Earnings (OTE), inclusive of base salary and target commission.
• Salary ranges are quoted in USD as a consistent global reference. Your offer will be localized to your country's currency using a market-aligned conversion.
• Final pay is based on objective, job-related criteria including experience, skills, and location.
• We don't ask about salary history. Offers are based on the role and what you bring to it.

Some things you'll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
• Optional flexible working office membership, with IWG

At Deel, we're an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel welcomes persons with disabilities to apply to any of our open roles. We will provide application and/or interview accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities or other needs. If you require application and/or interview accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via email ([e-mail]) and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation.

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