Senior Backend Engineer

Veriipro; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriipro is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer in Plano, Texas to design and maintain scalable backend services. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in software engineering, with strong skills in Node.js and PostgreSQL, and a proven ability to work with cloud platforms.

This role emphasizes collaboration with diverse teams while leveraging AI tools to enhance engineering productivity. Successful candidates will contribute to optimally designed and supported services.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of backend software engineering experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Node.js.
• Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL and advanced SQL.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services.
• Collaborate with product, frontend, and DevOps teams.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows.

Skills

Node.js

PostgreSQL

CI/CD

AWS

DevOps

AI tools

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with deep experience in building scalable backend systems and a strong modern engineering mindset. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes ownership end-to-end, and actively leverages AI tools to accelerate engineering productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable backend services using Node.js
• Build and optimize data models and queries using PostgreSQL
• Write efficient, well-structured SQL and ensure high-performance database operations
• Collaborate closely with product, frontend, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality features
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows
• Work with cloud infrastructure (primarily AWS or Google Cloud Platform) to ensure reliability, scalability, and security
• Set up and improve monitoring, logging, and alerting systems for production services
• Leverage AI tools and workflows to improve development speed, code quality, and system design
• Take ownership of services from design through production and ongoing support

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of backend software engineering experience
• Strong hands-on experience with Node.js
• Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL and advanced SQL
• Proven experience working with cloud platforms (AWS or GCP preferred)
• Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and monitoring tools
• Demonstrated ability to integrate and use AI tools in daily engineering workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills