Backend Engineer, Infra Engineering, Node.js/AWS/K8s

Deel; Germany (OH); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global payroll and HR platform is seeking an experienced engineer with over 5 years in the field. The candidate should have strong node.js knowledge, AWS or similar cloud experience, and familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and system design. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, making it suitable for candidates across various locations.

Benefits

Stock grant opportunities

Flexible remote work

Optional WeWork access

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of node.js.
• Experience with AWS or similar cloud.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes, Helm and Docker.
• Experience with Postgres/MySQL, RabbitMQ/Nats/Kafka.
• Strong system design and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with multiple teams.
• Hands-on troubleshooter.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a cross-functional team.
• Participate in product planning from discovery to deployment.
• Collaborate with teams to develop new features and fix bugs.
• Ensure customers receive high-quality experience with products.

Skills

Node.js

AWS or similar cloud

Kubernetes

Helm

Docker

Postgres/MySQL

RabbitMQ/Nats/Kafka

System design

Problem solving

Communication

Job description

Location

Spain, Portugal, Brazil, UK, Germany, Poland, Pakistan, Ukraine, Estonia, France, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland, Romania, Israel, India, Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, North Macedonia, Kosovo, Bulgaria, Turkey

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

Remote

Department

R&D Infra Infra Core

Who we are

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. 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 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why you should 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. We are building 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 recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list, with a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Capterra, 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 workers. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $1B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise as a leader in the transformation of global work.

Get ready to

• Be part of a truly cross-functional team

• Participate in product planning (From discovery to deployment); your input is welcomed at all stages of the Software Development Lifecycle

• Collaborate with teams to develop robust new features, APIs, continuously improve products, and fix bugs rapidly

• Ensure our customers receive a white-glove experience with our products

What the Infra Engineering team does

The team supports Deel engineering growth and builds a platform for product teams to ship value faster. Deel is at a position where we need the platform but are still building it. There is a dedicated DevOps team, and we work on the edge between DevOps and engineering by enforcing standards, creating tooling, maintaining internal libraries, providing architectural guidance, owning high-loaded core services, and responding to production incidents when needed. It is about 70% Engineering and 30% DevOps. We have a lot of freedom, but it comes with responsibility.

Who are we looking for?

• 5+ years of engineering experience

• Strong node.js knowledge

• AWS or similar cloud experience

• Kubernetes, Helm and Docker knowledge

• Experience with Postgres/MySQL, RabbitMQ/Nats/Kafka

• Strong system design and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication skills to coordinate with multiple teams

• Hands-on troubleshooter

• You're ready for challenges

Extra brownie points if you

• Have experience building internal tooling: npm packages, frameworks

Total Rewards

We offer fair and competitive pay with scalable benefits, rewards, and perks reflecting our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on role, status, and location

• Additional perks based on employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity, or other protected characteristics.

Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout recruitment for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].

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