Senior Node.js Backend Engineer — Scale APIs & Systems

Medium; Warsaw (IL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning opportunities through digital libraries

Home office budget

Company-provided sick days and wellness events

Team-building experiences and workations

Job summary

A tech growth company is looking for a Backend Engineer to develop scalable backend systems for its platform. You will utilize Node.js and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance. Ideal candidates will have 4+ years of experience with Node.js and a solid understanding of REST APIs. The role offers flexible working conditions, opportunities for personal growth, and a focus on well-being and team celebrations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL or MySQL in production.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and experience building them.
• Experience with message queues (RabbitMQ, BullMQ, GCP PubSub).
• Kubernetes and Docker knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend systems and APIs using Node.js.
• Take ownership of backend features and services.
• Work on API performance, database optimization, and system scalability.
• Connect third-party APIs and implement data storage solutions.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

PostgreSQL

REST APIs

Kubernetes

Docker

Git

Good communication

Tools

Redis

Grafana

Job description

A tech growth company is looking for a Backend Engineer to develop scalable backend systems for its platform. You will utilize Node.js and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance. Ideal candidates will have 4+ years of experience with Node.js and a solid understanding of REST APIs. The role offers flexible working conditions, opportunities for personal growth, and a focus on well-being and team celebrations.