We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with deep experience in building scalable backend systems and a strong modern engineering mindset. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes ownership end-to-end, and actively leverages AI tools to accelerate engineering productivity.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable backend services using Node.js
- Build and optimize data models and queries using PostgreSQL
- Write efficient, well-structured SQL and ensure high-performance database operations
- Collaborate closely with product, frontend, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality features
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows
- Work with cloud infrastructure (primarily AWS or Google Cloud Platform) to ensure reliability, scalability, and security
- Set up and improve monitoring, logging, and alerting systems for production services
- Leverage AI tools and workflows to improve development speed, code quality, and system design
- Take ownership of services from design through production and ongoing support
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of backend software engineering experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Node.js
- Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL and advanced SQL
- Proven experience working with cloud platforms (AWS or GCP preferred)
- Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and monitoring tools
- Demonstrated ability to integrate and use AI tools in daily engineering workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills