Senior Backend Developer (Node / Nestjs) LATAM at Jobgether

, , Colombia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Node.js, NestJS, Express.js, APIs, Microservices, MongoDB, MySQL, TypeScript, Git, CI/CD, Docker, Automated Testing, Problem-Solving, Mentoring, Clean Code, Data Integration

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Backend Developer (Node / NestJS) in Latin America. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer to lead the design, development, and optimization of robust backend systems. In this role, you will build scalable APIs, manage complex data integrations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless platform functionality. You will have the opportunity to influence the codebase, introduce best practices, and mentor other developers while working in a fast-paced, fully remote environment. The ideal candidate thrives on solving challenging technical problems, optimizing system performance, and producing clean, maintainable, and high-quality code. This position offers full ownership of backend services and the chance to make a measurable impact on product development. Accountabilities Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js, Express.js, and NestJS. Ensure seamless data integration and manage relationships across complex relational and non-relational databases. Optimize database performance and design for MongoDB, MySQL, and other data stores. Implement microservices architecture and integrate backend systems with front-end clients. Maintain clean, well-documented, and maintainable code while adhering to best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable features and solve complex technical challenges. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, version control processes, and automated testing strategies. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Extensive experience with Node.js, Express.js, and NestJS in production environments. Strong knowledge of relational and non-relational databases, with hands-on experience in MongoDB and/or MySQL. Proficiency in creating and consuming RESTful APIs and working within microservices architectures. Solid understanding of TypeScript and client-side scripting. Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization technologies like Docker. Experience with automated testing, unit testing, and end-to-end testing is a plus. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to mentor other developers in a remote team environment. Fully remote position with flexible work arrangements. Competitive compensation in USD. Opportunity to work on challenging, high-scale backend systems. Exposure to modern technologies and best practices in software engineering. Collaborative and high-performance remote team environment. 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, it is shared directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps are then made by their internal hiring team. Thank you for your interest! #LI-CL1

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js, Express.js, and NestJS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable features and solve complex technical challenges.