Backend Engineer, Node.js/TypeScript | EMEA at Jobgether

, , Portugal -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Node.js, TypeScript, Backend Development, APIs, SQL, PostgreSQL, Object-Oriented Programming, Design Patterns, Scalable Systems, Concurrency, Performance Optimization, API Development, Security Practices, JWT Authentication, SaaS Products, Serverless Architecture, FinTech Applications

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Backend Engineer, Node.js/TypeScript in EMEA. We are seeking a talented Backend Engineer to join a fully remote, cross-functional team focused on delivering high-performance, scalable applications. In this role, you will design and implement backend services, APIs, and data solutions that impact millions of users across multiple countries. You will work closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA specialists to deliver secure, maintainable, and efficient systems. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about building robust SaaS products that scale globally. This position offers significant autonomy, professional growth, and the opportunity to influence critical infrastructure and business outcomes. Accountabilities Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js and TypeScript, ensuring high performance and scalability. Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver new features and enhancements across the platform. Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from design and implementation to testing and deployment. Optimize system performance, manage high-volume transactions, and ensure reliability under load. Advocate for best practices in code quality, security, maintainability, and software architecture. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while continuously improving processes and systems. Contribute to database design, query optimization, and data integrity for PostgreSQL and other relational databases. Strong experience with backend development using Node.js and TypeScript/JavaScript. Solid understanding of SQL and relational databases, including query optimization, migrations, and data modeling (PostgreSQL preferred). Proficiency in object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns. Experience designing scalable systems for high-traffic environments and handling concurrency, idempotency, and performance optimization. Skilled in API development, including security practices, JWT authentication, and queue-based architectures. Minimum of 4 years of professional software engineering experience. Ability to work effectively in a remote-first, asynchronous environment and collaborate with distributed teams. Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-focused, business-oriented mindset. Excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Bonus: experience with SaaS products, serverless architecture, or FinTech applications. Competitive salary and stock grant opportunities based on role and location. Fully remote work with flexible hours and optional coworking space access. Comprehensive health, financial, and well-being benefits. Paid time off and parental leave. Professional development budget and career growth opportunities. Inclusive and diverse workplace with support for equity and equal opportunities. Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching. When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly. 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements. 📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score. 🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role. 🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed. The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team. Thank you for your interest! #LI-CL1

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js and TypeScript, ensuring high performance and scalability. Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver new features and enhancements across the platform.