Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js & Typescript) - Remote Anywhere

Recruiter4You; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing platform in the iGaming industry seeks a skilled Senior Software Engineer (Backend Developer). This full-time remote role involves backend web development, implementing new features, and ensuring code quality. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with NestJS and Node.js, demonstrate leadership in a collaborative environment, and stay current with industry trends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience with NestJS, Node.js, and TypeScript.
• Expert-level knowledge of TypeORM and connection pool management.
• Experience with message queues and high-concurrency applications.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain backend features using NestJS / Node.js.
• Improve performance for scalable and efficient application.
• Ensure code quality through evaluations, testing, and best practices.

Skills

TypeScript

NestJS

Node.js

MySQL

Event-driven architecture

Tools

Jest

k6

Cypress

Selenium

Job description

We deliver a high quality service, working closely with businesses and candidates alike, acting as a real "HR Business Partner", offering HR Advisory and matching the "right" candidate with the "right" job.

Recruiter4You is a brand operated by Consultant4You LTD - A company based in Gibraltar

Our client is an innovative and fast-growing platform operating in the casino, sports betting, and cryptocurrency space. They're dedicated to delivering an exceptional user experience and are currently looking for a skilled Senior Software Engineer (Backend Developer) to help push the boundaries of web technology as they scale.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a Senior Software Engineer (Backend Developer) . The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day tasks related to backend web development, implementing new features, and maintaining the existing stack. You must be comfortable working in a team environment and demonstrating leadership among your peers.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain backend features using NestJS / Node.js and TypeScript
• Analyze and improve application performance to ensure the backend is scalable and efficient
• Ensure code quality meets established guidelines, including evaluations, testing, and security best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration between frontend and backend components
• Write and maintain tests using appropriate Node.js testing frameworks
• Stay current with industry trends and bring innovative ideas to continuously evolve the tech stack

Requirements

Minimum 6 years of experience using NestJS / Node.js and TypeScript

Expert-level knowledge of TypeORM and connection pool management

Experience with message queues or event-driven architecture (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka, AWS SQS)

Strong background in database architecture (primarily MySQL) and application scalability

Comfortable communicating in English at a basic internal level

Experience with high-concurrency application

Familiarity with testing tools such as Jest, k6, Cypress, or Selenium (unit, load, and / or end-to-end testing

Proficient in managing MySQL (v8+) in high-load environments, including transactions and access grants

Experience in the iGaming / casino industry is considered a strong asset.