Nearshore Sector | Node.js developer

Devoteam; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Devoteam Portugal is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join our Nearshore team, collaborating with an international client in the UK. You will build, evolve, and maintain scalable backend applications using Node.js and ExpressJS, delivering robust APIs and high-performance services.

We value strong experience with SQL databases, Docker, and secure architecture, complemented by a proactive mindset and excellent English communication for global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in backend development with a strong focus on Node.js.
• Solid expertise in ExpressJS for building scalable backend services.
• Strong proficiency in Relational Databases (SQL) and data modeling.
• Proven experience in designing and integrating RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker is highly valued.
• Solid understanding of backend architecture patterns, security, and clean code standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills, proactive mindset, and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) for daily international collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evolve, and maintain scalable backend applications using Node.js and ExpressJS
• Design, implement, and maintain robust, secure, and well‑documented RESTful APIs
• Ensure code quality through engineering best practices, data modeling, testing, and performance optimization
• Collaborate with frontend and cross‑functional teams to integrate services and define application architecture
• Participate actively in agile processes, including sprint planning, estimations, code reviews, and technical discussions
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex backend technical issues in a timely manner
• Stay up to date with modern backend development patterns and technology trends

Skills

Fluent English

Strong problem-solving

Proactive mindset

Attention to detail

Tools

Node.js

ExpressJS

Docker

Job description

At Devoteam, we believe that technology with strong human values can actively drive change for the better. Discover how Tech for People unlocks the future, creating a positive impact on the people and the world around us. We are a global leading player in Digital Transformation for leading organisations across EMEA, with a revenue of €1B. We believe in transforming technology to create value for our clients, partners and employees in a world where technology is developed for people. We are proud of the culture we have built together. We are proud of our people at the service of technology. We are proud of our diverse environment. Because we are #TechforPeople. Join our multidisciplinary team of Cloud experts, Designers, Business consultants, Security experts, Engineers, Developers and other extraordinary talents, spread across more than 20 EMEA countries. Become one of our +10.000 tech and business leaders on cloud, data and cyber security. Let’s fuse creativity with technology together and build innovative solutions that actively change things for the better.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join Devoteam Portugal's Nearshore team, working directly with an international client based in the UK within the Tech-led Facilities Management & Infrastructure Solutions sector. In this role, you will focus on building, evolving, and maintaining scalable and high-performance backend applications.

• Develop, evolve, and maintain scalable backend applications using Node.js and ExpressJS
• Design, implement, and maintain robust, secure, and well‑documented RESTful APIs
• Ensure code quality through engineering best practices, data modeling, testing, and performance optimization
• Collaborate with frontend and cross‑functional teams to integrate services and define application architecture
• Participate actively in agile processes, including sprint planning, estimations, code reviews, and technical discussions
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex backend technical issues in a timely manner
• Stay up to date with modern backend development patterns and technology trends

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in backend development with a strong focus on Node.js
• Solid expertise in ExpressJS for building scalable backend services
• Strong proficiency in Relational Databases (SQL) and data modeling
• Proven experience in designing and integrating RESTful APIs
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker is highly valued
• Solid understanding of backend architecture patterns, security, and clean code standards
• Strong problem‑solving skills, proactive mindset, and attention to detail
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) for daily international collaboration

Additional Information

Devoteam Group works for equal opportunities, promoting its employees based on merit and actively fights against all forms of discrimination. We are convinced that diversity contributes to the creativity, dynamism and excellence of our organization. All of our vacancies are open to people with disabilities.