Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js)

Placements24; Tulsa (OK); Ibrido; USD 140.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

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Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible hours

Professional development budget

Stock options

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer focused on Node.js to design, develop, and maintain scalable server-side applications in a remote setup. You will build RESTful APIs, work with PostgreSQL and MongoDB, and implement cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, or GCP.

The role emphasizes clean code, performance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams from anywhere. The ideal candidate has deep Node.js expertise, experience with databases and cloud deployments, and a proactive

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong Node.js backend experience.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Familiarity with Docker.
• Experience with testing frameworks Mocha or Jest.

Mansioni

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Work with databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar, optimizing queries and schema design.
• Implement and manage cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and deployment pipelines.
• Write high-quality, well-tested, and maintainable code.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other engineers to define and implement new features.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks and bugs.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical decision-making.
• Ensure security best practices are implemented throughout the backend systems.

Conoscenze

Node.js

JavaScript ES6+

RESTful APIs

Databases

Cloud platforms

Docker

Testing Mocha Jest

Architecture patterns

Debugging

Remote collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Strumenti

Mocha

Jest

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

GCP

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer specializing in Node.js to join their innovative and distributed team. This is a permanent, fully remote position, offering the opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-performance server-side applications. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Node.js, database technologies, API design, and cloud infrastructure. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, a commitment to writing clean and efficient code, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a remote setting. We are looking for a seasoned engineer who can lead by example, mentor junior developers, and contribute significantly to architectural decisions. This is a remote-first opportunity, empowering you to work flexibly while contributing to cutting‑edge technology development. You will play a crucial role in building the backbone of our client’s digital products, ensuring reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend services using Node.js.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Work with databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar, optimizing queries and schema design.
• Implement and manage cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and deployment pipelines.
• Write high-quality, well‑tested, and maintainable code.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other engineers to define and implement new features.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks and bugs.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical decision‑making.
• Ensure security best practices are implemented throughout the backend systems.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Backend Engineer, with a strong emphasis on Node.js development.
• Deep understanding of JavaScript (ES6+) and asynchronous programming.
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Proficiency with at least one major database system (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Mocha, Jest).
• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns and design principles.
• Excellent problem‑solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for stock options.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects with a talented global team.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Home office equipment stipend.