Senior Backend JavaScript Developer - SF

Bright Data; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Data in San Francisco is seeking experienced Senior back-end JavaScript developers with strong Node.js expertise. You will own product and feature development in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

The role emphasizes end-to-end ownership, system design, and staying ahead of evolving tech. The position is a hybrid role based in San Francisco with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalable architectures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on development/engineering experience.
• 3+ years focused on Back-End JavaScript development.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and security: TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, CORS, WebSockets.
• Proficient in system design and architecture for performance, scalability and reliability.
• Fast learner who can work independently and as part of a team.
• Frontend experience with HTML, CSS and React is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end feature development from conception to production.
• Participate in system design and architecture planning for performance.
• Take on independent responsibilities while contributing to team goals.
• Stay up-to-date with evolving tech practices and standards.

Skills

Backend JS

System design

Independent worker

Team player

Fast learner

React

HTML

CSS

Tools

Node.js

MongoDB

Express

Kubernetes

RabbitMQ

Cassandra

Snowflake

Job description

We're looking for experienced and Senior back-end JavaScript developers, with expertise in Node.js. MongoDB, Express, Kubernetes, RabbitMQ, Cassandra and Snowflake.

In this role, you will take full ownership of product and feature development, using cutting-edge technologies, in a fast-paced and professional agile environment.

Hybrid position based in San Francisco

Responsibilities:

• End-to-end feature development, from conception to production.
• Participate in system design and architecture planning, for optimal software performance.
• Take on independent responsibilities, while contributing to the team's collective goals.
• Actively learn, adapt and stay up-to-date with the evolving tech landscape, including best practices.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in development / engineering, including 3+ years focused specifically on Back-End JavaScript development.
• In-depth understanding of network protocols and security, including TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, CORS and WebSockets.
• Proficient in system design and architecture to ensure product functionality, performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Fast learner, able to work independently and as a team player.
• Front-end experience with HTML, CSS and React - a significant advantage.