Senior Backend Developer (Fintech, Remote)

Job summary

This role involves designing and developing scalable backend systems using Node.js for a global digital platform in the financial sector. The position emphasizes high performance, reliability, and security in mission-critical systems while working in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Node.js and JavaScript, with experience in building complex backend systems.
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience with databases such as MySQL and MongoDB.
• Proven ability to contribute to large-scale, high-availability platforms.
• Good understanding of backend security principles and best practices.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies in a fast-evolving environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js.
• Contribute to the architecture and implementation of microservices-based platforms.
• Build and deploy new features and products using agile methodologies.
• Optimize backend systems for scalability, low latency, and high availability.
• Implement strong security practices across backend components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate databases and third-party services.
• Continuously improve system performance and development processes.

Skills

• Node.js, JavaScript, microservices architecture, distributed systems, MySQL, MongoDB, backend security principles.
• Nice to have: experience with blockchain integrations, Redis, message queues, Ruby, Rust, or C++.

Education

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in software development or a related field.

Tools

• Agile methodologies, development tools for backend services.