Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js + AWS)

About Deel

Deel is a leading payroll and HR platform designed for global teams. We simplify workforce management, from onboarding and compliance to global payroll and HRIS. Our platform supports independent contractors and full-time employees in over 150 countries.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with expertise in Node.js and AWS to join our dynamic engineering team. This role is pivotal in developing and enhancing our backend systems to support our rapidly growing user base.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate in a Cross-Functional Team: Work closely with frontend engineers, product teams, designers, and QA professionals to create seamless user experiences.
Participate in Product Planning: Engage in all stages of the software development lifecycle, from discovery to deployment.
Develop and Enhance Features: Collaborate to develop robust new features and APIs, continuously improving our industry-leading products.
Provide an Exceptional, Customer-Centric Experience: Ensure top-tier products and services through quality engineering and attentive, customer-focused development.

What You’ll Bring

Expertise in Backend Development: Strong proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript/JavaScript best practices, along with experience in at least one other server-side language.
Database Mastery: Proficient in SQL, particularly with PostgreSQL, handling query optimization, data migrations, and database modeling.
Solid Grasp of OOP and Design Patterns: Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
Scalability Focus: Experience in designing systems for scalability, ensuring they manage rapid growth and increasing demands efficiently.
High-Volume Performance: Proven expertise in optimizing systems for large transaction volumes, handling concurrency, idempotency, and performance under load.
API Development: Skilled in building APIs, including input validation, JWT tokens, and ensuring security & scalability through queue-based systems.
Experience: At least 8 years of experience as a Software Engineer.

Extra Brownie Points

SaaS Experience: Experience with SaaS products running 24/7 on major cloud vendors.
Familiar with Serverless Architecture: Experience with serverless architecture on AWS.
Understand FinTech: Knowledge of the Fintech industry and its unique challenges.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

Why Join Deel?

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or maternity.

Join us in building a world without hiring borders, where exceptional talent can thrive anywhere.

Benefits
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The flexibility of remote work, including WeWork access where available

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