Senior Backend Engineer - Node.js & TypeScript

Tawantech; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Tawantech is seeking an experienced Senior Backend Software Engineer in Riyadh to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Node.js and TypeScript. You will work with RESTful APIs, relational and NoSQL databases, and containerized deployments in Linux environments.

The role emphasizes secure coding, CI/CD support, and collaboration across cross-functional teams to deliver reliable software solutions. Kubernetes experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong backend development experience with Node.js and TypeScript.
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Practical Docker experience.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Knowledge of secure coding practices (OWASP Top 10).
• Basic Linux scripting (Bash/PowerShell).
• Excellent English communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Develop, integrate, and consume RESTful APIs.
• Build and maintain backend applications with modern practices.
• Work with PostgreSQL and MongoDB for data management.
• Manage Docker containers and assist deployment.
• Apply secure coding practices and defend against vulnerabilities.
• Create automation scripts (Bash/PowerShell).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable software.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Support CI/CD processes and improve deployment workflows.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

REST APIs

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Terraform

Bash

PowerShell

Linux

OWASP Top 10

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

NestJS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

NestJS

Job description

Tawantech is seeking an experienced Senior Backend Software Engineer in Riyadh to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Node.js and TypeScript. You will work with RESTful APIs, relational and NoSQL databases, and containerized deployments in Linux environments.

The role emphasizes secure coding, CI/CD support, and collaboration across cross-functional teams to deliver reliable software solutions. Kubernetes experience is a plus.