Senior Backend Developer - Node.js (Remote from United States)
About The Position
This role offers the chance to contribute to a fast-growing, innovative financial technology platform by designing, building, and optimizing backend services that power a global trading ecosystem. You will work on high-performance, secure, and scalable systems that support real-time trading, API services, and blockchain integrations. The position combines hands-on coding with architectural decision-making and cross-functional collaboration, allowing you to shape the infrastructure that drives user experiences worldwide. Ideal candidates have strong Node.js expertise, familiarity with microservices architecture, and experience maintaining high-availability systems. This is an environment that values innovation, autonomy, and operational excellence while providing opportunities for mentorship, growth, and impact on a global scale.
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript development.
- Experience with microservices architecture and backend system design.
- Solid understanding of database interactions (MySQL, MongoDB) and data management.
- Familiarity with high-availability concepts and scalable system design.
- Knowledge of security practices for backend systems.
- Ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- blockchain integration
- Ruby
- Rust
- C++
- message queues (Redis)
- caches
- job queues
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain backend components for trading applications, APIs, and blockchain integrations.
- Implement new products, features, and enhancements using agile methodologies, ensuring high-quality user experiences.
- Ensure scalability and performance of backend services to support growing user activity.
- Build and maintain secure backend systems, adhering to best practices and high security standards.
- Collaborate with frontend engineers, DevOps, and security teams to integrate and optimize services.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, contributing to platform stability and reliability.
- Participate in architectural decisions and contribute to long-term backend strategy.
Benefits
- Flexible remote-friendly work culture and autonomy.
- Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.
- Mentorship, learning, and knowledge-sharing environment.
- Supportive team and collaborative culture.
- Opportunities for team-building activities, both online and in-person.
- Direct impact on global technology and financial innovation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
