Chief TypeScript+Node.js Developer

EPAM Systems; Mexico; On-site; PHP 3,762,000 - 7,524,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Financial programs

Paid time off and sick leave

Upskilling and certifications

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Chief TypeScript+Node.js Developer to own frontend architecture decisions, including component structure and state management, spanning global teams.

You will implement spec-driven development, mentor engineers, and lead integrations with Backstage, ELK, Terraform, JIRA Service Desk, and Jenkins CI/CD to deliver automated, reliable platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years building Node.js backend systems.
• Expert-level TypeScript skills for scalable, maintainable codebases.
• Proven experience with cloud platforms, hosting and deployment pipelines.
• Clear ability to operate autonomously with distributed, cross-functional teams.
• Strong English proficiency (B2+).

Responsibilities

• Own decisions for frontend architecture, including component structure and state management.
• Implement spec-driven development to ensure traceability to specs.
• Provide technical leadership through code reviews and frontend standards.
• Integrate ELK into Backstage catalog and build extensions.
• Create capability to run Terraform scripts and render templates.
• Integrate JIRA Service Desk capabilities into Backstage and Jenkins CI/CD.
• Collaborate across distributed, cross-functional teams.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

Cloud platforms

CI/CD pipelines

Distributed teams

AI coding assistants

Tools

Backstage.io

Jira Service Desk

Jenkins

Terraform

ELK Stack

GitHub Copilot

Job description

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential. We are looking for a Chief TypeScript+Node.js Developer to join our team. In this role, you will own architecture standards, deliver spec-first features, and implement integrations and automation with ELK, JIRA Service Desk, Jenkins/CICD, and Terraform.

Responsibilities

• Own decisions for frontend architecture, including component structure, state management, TypeScript standards, and performance
• Implement spec-driven development practices so features begin with a spec and delivery stays traceable back to it
• Provide technical leadership through code review, frontend standards, and mentoring of engineers
• Integrate ELK entities into the Backstage catalog
• Build Backstage extensions and templates and implement render scripts
• Create a capability to run Terraform scripts
• Integrate JIRA Service Desk capabilities into Backstage
• Add Jenkins/CICD capabilities into Backstage
• Collaborate independently across distributed, cross-functional teams

Requirements

• Extensive experience of 5+ years building Node.js backend systems
• Expert-level TypeScript skills for scalable, maintainable codebases
• Proven experience with cloud platforms, application hosting, and deployment pipelines
• Clear ability to operate autonomously with distributed, cross-functional teams
• Strong proficiency using AI coding assistants like GitHub Copilot or Claude Code, including Agents, Skills, MCP, and productivity-focused AI workflows
• English proficiency at B2+ (Upper-Intermediate) level or above

Nice to have

• Familiarity with GitHub Copilot AI-assisted development, including agents, skills, and MCP
• Experience with spec-driven development frameworks such as SpecKit or BMAD
• Background in developer portals, platform engineering, or internal tooling
• Knowledge of ELK Stack
• Familiarity with Backstage.io and Terraform

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
• Global career opportunities
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
• EPAM Employee Groups
• Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn

EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.