Senior Backend Engineer, Node.js + AWS - Remote

Overview

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Backend Engineer, Node.js + AWS in EMEA.

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will join a high-impact engineering team building scalable and reliable systems for a fast-growing SaaS platform. You’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing backend services that support global-scale operations. Working in a collaborative and fully remote environment, you’ll contribute to critical initiatives that enhance performance, reliability, and customer experience. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex challenges, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and shape the future of distributed software systems.

In Short

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js and AWS technologies.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including frontend engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver seamless and efficient solutions.
• Participate in product discovery, planning, and deployment phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Optimize systems for high transaction volumes, ensuring robustness, concurrency, and fault tolerance.
• Implement clean, maintainable, and secure code following software engineering best practices.
• Continuously improve system performance and scalability through proactive problem-solving and testing.
• Drive engineering excellence by mentoring peers, reviewing code, and contributing to architecture discussions.

Requirements

• Strong experience with Node.js and AWS.
• Proven track record in backend development and API design.
• Experience in building scalable SaaS applications.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a remote team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience with system optimization techniques.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on complex challenges.
• Collaborative and remote working environment.
• Mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies.