gainful.io

Job Description

Senior Backend Engineer, Tech Lead

Location: Remote, 3+ hours overlap with EST

About Us:

We are a forward-thinking software development team dedicated to building robust, scalable, and high-performance applications. Our tech stack includes Node.js, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and CQRS. We're passionate about creating innovative solutions and seek a talented Senior Backend Engineer to join us!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a small team of globally distributed engineers
• Design and develop scalable backend systems using Node.js.
• Optimize and maintain databases with MongoDB and PostgreSQL.
• Implement and refine CQRS architecture for improved data management.
• Collaborate with front-end engineers to integrate APIs and services.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex system issues, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Review code and mentor junior engineers.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and emerging technologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of experience in backend development with Node.js
• 2+ years of experience leading and managing a global team of engineers
• Strong expertise in MongoDB and PostgreSQL
• Experience with CQRS architecture and event-driven systems
• Familiarity with RESTful API development and microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of data security, authentication, and authorization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills for effective team collaboration.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonuses.
• Flexible work hours and remote work options.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Apply today and become a part of our innovative team, shaping the future of software development!