This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Backend Engineer, Node.js/Typescript in Latin America, Canada.

In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain backend systems that support large-scale, global applications, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including frontend engineers, product managers, designers, and QA, to deliver seamless features that impact millions of users worldwide. The role offers a mix of technical challenges and problem-solving opportunities, from optimizing databases to implementing secure APIs. You will contribute to high-volume, distributed systems while driving best practices and mentoring peers in backend engineering. Working in a remote-first, dynamic environment, you will help shape the architecture and roadmap of critical services. This position emphasizes both autonomy and collaboration, with a focus on delivering value to customers and the business.

Accountabilities:

Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript
Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the Software Development Lifecycle, from discovery to deployment
Develop and enhance APIs, databases (PostgreSQL), and core backend features with high performance and reliability
Optimize systems for high transaction volumes, concurrency, idempotency, and throughput
Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge-sharing to ensure best practices and maintain high-quality code
Troubleshoot, debug, and continuously improve system performance and maintainability
Mentor and support peers to foster technical growth and team development
Ensure secure and compliant backend systems, integrating input validation, JWT authentication, and queue-based workflows where necessary

Requirements

8+ years of professional experience as a Software Engineer, with strong backend expertise
Proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, and at least one other server-side language
Expertise in SQL databases (PostgreSQL), including query optimization, data modeling, and migrations
Solid understanding of OOP principles, design patterns, and scalable architecture
Experience building high-volume, performance-critical systems
Skilled in API development, security best practices, and building robust, maintainable code
Experience collaborating in distributed, remote-first teams with excellent asynchronous communication
Strong problem-solving mindset with business-focused development orientation
Bonus: SaaS experience, serverless architecture (AWS), FinTech knowledge, or experience with cloud infrastructure

Benefits

Competitive base salary with stock grant opportunities
Flexible remote work, with optional access to coworking spaces
Inclusive and diverse work environment that values continuous learning
Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs depending on location and employment status
Career development opportunities, mentoring, and exposure to large-scale global applications
Collaborative, supportive team culture emphasizing innovation and customer impact

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, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!