Software Developer Java/ Node.JS (Web Development Team)

JetBrains; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work location

Remote work up to 30 days abroad

Medical insurance allowance

Learning and development opportunities

Relocation support

Job summary

JetBrains is seeking a Software Developer to join our Web Development team. You will own services end-to-end—from architecture and implementation to deployment and long-term support—helping us ship reliable, scalable web platforms.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of backend experience with Kotlin/Java, Node.js, and modern frameworks, plus hands-on AWS and Kubernetes know-how. You’ll work with Terraform, CI/CD, and localization tooling to strengthen our infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Strong 3-5 years experience in backend web development using Kotlin or Java.
• Experience with Node.js.
• A solid understanding of modern backend frameworks (e.g. Ktor and Spring).
• Experience designing and building production-grade systems.
• An understanding of distributed-system fundamentals (e.g. networking, fault tolerance, and scalability).
• Experience working with cloud environments (AWS or similar).
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration.
• The ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-structured code.
• A willingness to take ownership of systems in production (including by offering support and assisting with continuous improvement).
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop internal company-wide web applications and services.
• Participate in the creation of solution architecture, from selecting approaches to decomposing services and defining their interactions.
• Build and maintain services running in AWS and Kubernetes-based environments.
• Develop tools and platforms for localization workflows and integrate them with third‑party systems.
• Improve the reliability, scalability, and observability of our systems.
• Collaborate with other teams to evolve shared infrastructure and internal platforms.

Skills

Kotlin/Java backend

Node.js

Distributed systems

AWS

Kubernetes

Terraform

Clean code

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

Terraform

Job description

JetBrains creates professional tools that make developers more productive and help them focus on what matters. Our websites and web services are a core part of the JetBrains ecosystem. They connect us with users worldwide, power product distribution, support learning, and enable feedback loops at scale.

We are currently looking for a Software Developer to join our Web Development team. The ideal candidate will be someone who can take ownership of services end-to-end, from architecture and implementation to deployment and long-term support.

In this role, you will:

• Design and develop internal company-wide web applications and services.
• Participate in the creation of solution architecture, from selecting approaches to decomposing services and defining their interactions.
• Build and maintain services running in AWS and Kubernetes-based environments.
• Develop tools and platforms for localization workflows and integrate them with third‑party systems.
• Improve the reliability, scalability, and observability of our systems.
• Collaborate with other teams to evolve shared infrastructure and internal platforms.

We’ll be happy to have you on our team if you have:

• Strong 3- 5 years experience in backend web development using Kotlin or Java.
• Experience with Node.js.
• A solid understanding of modern backend frameworks (e.g. Ktor and Spring).
• Experience designing and building production‑grade systems.
• An understanding of distributed‑system fundamentals (e.g. networking, fault tolerance, and scalability).
• Experience working with cloud environments (AWS or similar).
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration.
• The ability to write clean, maintainable, and well‑structured code.
• A willingness to take ownership of systems in production (including by offering support and assisting with continuous improvement).
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

We would be especially thrilled if you have:

• Experience with infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Experience with observability tools (e.g. metrics, logging, and tracing).
• Practical experience using AI tools or agents in development workflows.

Why join JetBrains?

• Strong base salary. We offer competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Flexible work location. Enjoy the freedom to work from home or from the office.
• Remote work. Spend up to 30 days per year working remotely from abroad.
• Extra time off. More days to relax, recharge, and do the things you love.
• Medical insurance allowance. Enjoy peace of mind for you and your family
• Learning and development opportunities. Access to conferences, courses, and language classes.
• Relocation support. We help make your move as smooth and stress‑free as possible.
• Language classes. Pick up the local language or sharpen your English skills.
• Fuel your day. Enjoy a hot meal or receive a lunch allowance on workdays.
• Mental health support. To help you feel your best, we provide easy access to professional mental health services.
• Sports benefit. Enjoy an on‑site gym or sports club stipend.
• Internal events. Join company-wide celebrations and team gatherings.

*Some benefits may vary depending on location.

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