Backend Engineer

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Practical knowledge of at least one relational database system (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server).
• Adept with microservices and system design patterns.
• Experience implementing the test pyramid and utilizing good security practices.
• Strong sense of ownership, independence, and ability to convey ideas across technical and non-technical teams.
• Comfort with AI-assisted development tools as a core part of your setup.
• Good command of English (written and spoken).
• Availability in afternoons/evenings for occasional alignment with multinational teams across time zones.

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS deployment processes.
• Experience with profiling and performance optimization.
• Experience giving high-quality feedback during code reviews.

• Architect and implement backends and their interactions with data stores and APIs.
• Support reliable databases and APIs for real-time automated decision-making.
• Deploy software using industry-standard tooling like Kubernetes clusters and AWS Lambda functions.
• Investigate and resolve production issues, implementing timely fixes to minimize user impact.
• Focus heavily on security, following Defense in Depth principles and ensuring containers are secure.
• Implement robust automated test suites (unit, integration, and e2e) to maintain a low failure rate.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools (such as Cursor, Claude Code, or Devin) as a core part of your daily workflow to accelerate speed and quality.

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