SENIOR BACKEND DEVELOPER (NODE.JS)

Svitla Systems, Inc.; Town of Poland (NY); On-site; USD 47,381 - 78,969; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or office work

Bonuses and learning programs

Generous time off

Free tech webinars

Regular corporate activities

Job summary

Svitla Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Backend Developer (Node.js) for a full-time role in Poland. You will develop scalable backend services, implement RESTful APIs, and collaborate with architects on enterprise-grade solutions for a global manufacturing client.

Responsibilities include design sessions, database optimization, and ensuring performance and security. The role offers remote or office work options with international travel for key project milestones.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• 5+ years backend development with Node.js.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs for enterprise applications.
• Experience with enterprise-scale web applications.
• Strong knowledge of architecture design patterns.
• Relational databases knowledge (PostgreSQL/SQL Server).
• Advanced English language proficiency.
• Willingness to travel to Basel, Switzerland for key phases.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Implement RESTful APIs and backend business logic for enterprise web apps.
• Collaborate with architects to define technical solutions and architecture.
• Participate in technical design sessions and solution discussions.
• Integrate backend services with internal and third-party enterprise systems.
• Design and optimize database structures, queries, and data models.
• Ensure performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code and perform code reviews.
• Collaborate with Front End Developers, QA Engineers, BA, and DevOps.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, retros.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

RESTful APIs

Backend architecture

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

Security

Agile

English

Analytical thinking

Job description

Svitla Systems Inc. is looking for a Senior Backend Developer (Node.js) for a full-time position (40 hours per week) in Poland. Our client is a leading multinational company in the building materials industry.

You'll join the implementation of a large-scale enterprise web application for a global manufacturing customer. The project focuses on developing and implementing a modern enterprise platform that will replace an existing business application used across multiple countries. The backend solution will be built using modern technologies and integrated with various enterprise systems to support business-critical processes.

The project's planned end date is December 18, 2026, with a possible extension to February 01, 2027.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in software development.
• 5+ years of experience developing backend applications using Node.js.
• Understanding of designing and developing RESTful APIs.
• Experience with enterprise-scale web application development.
• In-depth understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns.
• Knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar).
• Understanding of secure coding practices and application security principles.
• Experience working in Agile software development environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced English.
• Availability for business trips to Basel, Switzerland, during key project phases (Kick-off, end of Concept Phase, and Go-Live readiness review).

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Implement RESTful APIs and backend business logic for enterprise web applications.
• Collaborate with architects to define technical solutions and application architecture.
• Participate in technical design sessions and solution discussions.
• Integrate backend services with internal and third-party enterprise systems.
• Design and optimize database structures, queries, and data models.
• Ensure application performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following engineering best practices.
• Participate in code reviews.
• Collaborate closely with Front End Developers, QA Engineers, Business Analysts, and DevOps Engineers.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.

We offer

• US and EU projects based on advanced technologies.
• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience.
• Regular performance appraisals to support your growth.
• Flexibility in workspace, either remote or our welcoming office.
• Bonuses for article writing, public talks, and other activities.
• Generous time off, including vacation, national holidays, sick leaves, and family days.
• Personalized learning programs tailored to your interests and skill development.
• Free tech webinars and meetups organized by Svitla.
• Regular corporate online activities.
• Awesome team and a friendly, supportive community!

Why join Svitla

Svitla Systems is a global digital solutions company headquartered in the U.S. and operating across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and APAC. Since 2003, we have served a wide range of clients - from innovative start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. Our success is built on partnership. By integrating seamlessly with clients' teams, we create lasting collaborations that drive real results. We are strong advocates of workplace flexibility, remote culture, individual approach to professional and personal growth.

Our global mission is to build a business that contributes to wellbeing of our partners, personnel, and their families, improves our communities, and makes a lasting difference in the world. Together, we are coding a brighter tomorrow - and living it.