Backend Software Engineer | Node.js | Remote

Hostinger; Town of Poland (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

360 Growth

Freedom & responsibility

Wellness simplified

Work hard - play hard

Job summary

Hostinger is seeking a backend engineer to join the Horizons team. You will design and develop backend systems and APIs using Node.js to power the vibe coding platform, collaborate with frontend and product teams, and own backend features from design to deployment.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in Node.js/TypeScript, strong REST API skills, and experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and observability tools. Opportunity to grow from mid-level to senior in a fast-paced, global environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL or MySQL in production environments.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and experience building them - you've shipped features that users depend on.
• Experience with message queues (RabbitMQ, BullMQ, GCP PubSub).
• Kubernetes, Docker, and containerization knowledge.
• Experience working with observability tools, such as Grafana or similar solutions.
• Testing mindset - experience with unit testing and integration testing (Jest, Mocha, or similar).
• Database knowledge - comfortable with SQL and at least one ORM (Sequelize, TypeORM, Prisma, or similar), Redis.
• Git proficiency - you've worked in team environments and know how to collaborate through version control.
• Self-starter mentality - you take ownership, ask good questions, and aren't afraid to challenge approaches when something feels off.
• Good communicator - you document your work, share progress, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Build the engine behind Horizons - Design and develop backend systems and APIs using Node.js that power our vibe coding platform.
• Own your services - Take ownership of backend features and services, learning to make architectural decisions with guidance from senior engineers.
• Optimize and scale - Work on API performance, database optimization, and system scalability.
• Integrate and innovate - Connect third-party APIs, implement data storage solutions, and help build features that users actually love.
• Quality matters - Write tested, documented, scalable code that creates business value.
• Collaborate across the stack - Work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other engineers to ship features that make an impact.
• Learn and level up - Get mentored on system design, performance optimization, and backend best practices.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

REST APIs

Message queues

Kubernetes

Docker

Observability tools

Testing (Jest/Mocha)

ORM (Sequelize/TypeORM/Prisma)

Redis

Git

Self-starter

Communication

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Grafana

RabbitMQ

BullMQ

GCP PubSub

Job description

Join Hostinger, and we’ll grow fast!

We’re shaping the future of online success — powered by AI and driven by people. With 900+ talented professionals and over 4 million clients in 150 countries, we help creators and entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life faster and easier than ever before.

Our mission: To provide tools that help individuals and small businesses succeed online faster and easier.

Our culture: Guided by 10 company principles.

Our formula for success: Customer obsession, innovative products, and talented teams.

Your role at Hostinger

As part of Hostinger's Horizons team, you'll be responsible for building the powerful, scalable, and resilient backend systems that power the Horizons platform. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other engineers to drive the engine of our 'vibe coding' experience, ensuring lightning-fast performance and seamless integration for clients worldwide.

Curious to learn more? Connect with your team: Tadas Paplauskas, Engineering Manager

Your day-to-day

• Build the engine behind Horizons - Design and develop backend systems and APIs using Node.js that power our vibe coding platform. Your code helps people create, collaborate, and ship faster.
• Own your services - Take ownership of backend features and services, learning to make architectural decisions with guidance from senior engineers.
• Optimize and scale - Work on API performance, database optimization, and system scalability. Learn production-level engineering from real challenges at scale.
• Integrate and innovate - Connect third-party APIs, implement data storage solutions, and help build features that users actually love.
• Quality matters - Write tested, documented, scalable code that creates business value. We'll help you develop a strong engineering mindset.
• Collaborate across the stack - Work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other engineers to ship features that make an impact.
• Learn and level up - Get mentored on system design, performance optimization, and backend best practices. We're committed to your growth from mid-level to senior engineer

Your skills and experience

• 4+ years of experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL or MySQL in production environments.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and experience building them - you've shipped features that users depend on.
• Experience with message queues (RabbitMQ, BullMQ, GCP PubSub).
• Kubernetes, Docker, and containerization knowledge.
• Experience working with observability tools, such as Grafana or similar solutions.
• Testing mindset - experience with unit testing and integration testing (Jest, Mocha, or similar).
• Database knowledge - comfortable with SQL and at least one ORM (Sequelize, TypeORM, Prisma, or similar), Redis.
• Git proficiency - you've worked in team environments and know how to collaborate through version control.
• Self-starter mentality - you take ownership, ask good questions, and aren't afraid to challenge approaches when something feels off.
• Good communicator - you document your work, share progress, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

• Microservices architecture exposure.
• Performance monitoring and optimization experience.
• CI/CD pipeline familiarity.
• Experience with AI tools and LLM providers is a significant plus.
• Terraform experience.

Benefits for you

• 360 Growth: We provide limitless learning opportunities: access to platforms like Reforge and CoachHub, global conferences, feedback culture, digital libraries, and industry-leading subscriptions. Advance your career with internal mobility, and grow with a team eager to share knowledge and support your success.
• Freedom & responsibility: Work on your terms, whether from the comfort of home or anywhere in the world. With a home office budget, you can elevate your workspace. Enjoy the flexibility to manage your schedule while bringing your ideas to life in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Wellness simplified: Your health comes first with company-provided sick days, 20 paid suspension days, Headspace subscriptions, and recharge leave. Participate in wellbeing-dedicated events and simply enjoy the balance of a lifestyle that prioritizes wellness.
• Work hard - play hard: Celebrate your achievements with company events like Town Hall, Meet the Client initiatives, team-building experiences, and workations. Celebrate life’s big moments with milestone gifts for weddings, new parenthood, and graduations.

Get ready to take your personal and professional growth to new heights! Join Hostinger today and be part of our journey