Backend Node.js Engineer – Remote, Cloud Security

Octiga; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Octiga is seeking a backend engineer to build and maintain scalable services for a cloud software product focused on security and compliance workflows. You will develop RESTful APIs in Node.js, integrate external services, and collaborate with product and frontend teams across a remote-first setup.

The role emphasizes asynchronous programming, database work with DynamoDB or PostgreSQL, and CI/CD practices. Experience with TypeScript or AWS is a plus; strong communication in a distributed team is

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of backend development experience with Node.js.
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming and REST APIs.
• Experience with a database such as DynamoDB or PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with Git and CI/CD workflows.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize backend services in Node.js.
• Design secure, scalable REST APIs and third-party integrations.
• Collaborate with product and frontend teams to deliver product features.
• Write clear, maintainable, documented code.
• Investigate production issues and help resolve defects.
• Support automation workflows for security-related tasks.

Skills

Node.js backend

Asynchronous programming

REST APIs

Git

CI/CD

Remote collaboration

Tools

DynamoDB

PostgreSQL

TypeScript

AWS

AWS CDK

Microsoft 365 APIs

Job description

Octiga is seeking a backend engineer to build and maintain scalable services for a cloud software product focused on security and compliance workflows. You will develop RESTful APIs in Node.js, integrate external services, and collaborate with product and frontend teams across a remote-first setup.

The role emphasizes asynchronous programming, database work with DynamoDB or PostgreSQL, and CI/CD practices. Experience with TypeScript or AWS is a plus; strong communication in a distributed team is