Description:

The Backend Engineer is responsible for ensuring the system operates effectively behind the scenes.
This role involves integrating the application with all necessary systems and services.
The Backend Engineer will provide a clean and easy-to-use API for the frontend part of the system.
Although the work is typically hidden from the user, the Backend Engineer is fully accountable for the application's functionality, performance, and scalability.
Responsibilities include designing and developing the business logic and backend systems of the product.
The engineer will work closely with frontend developers to design and develop functional, performing, and complete APIs.
The role requires deciphering existing software systems and connecting the application to relevant data sources.
The Backend Engineer will write both unit and integration tests and develop automation tools for daily tasks.
High-quality, well-documented, and efficient code development is expected.
The engineer is encouraged to challenge ideas and opinions to avoid pitfalls and inefficient solutions.

Requirements:

Candidates must have experience as a backend engineer in common languages and frameworks, such as Node Js, ExpressJS, NestJS, or any other JS framework.
Experience in AWS is required.
Proficiency in GraphQL is necessary.
Candidates should possess deep knowledge of object-oriented programming and engineering principles, such as SOLID.
Significant experience in writing and utilizing autonomous services-oriented RESTful API services and performance tuning for large-scale applications is essential.
Experience with database systems, including knowledge of SQL and NoSQL stores like MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, and Postgres, is required.
The ability to write effective unit, integration, and API tests is necessary, with a plus for experience integrating with JavaScript frameworks such as React.

The position offers a renewable contract for one year.
It is a fully remote job, allowing for flexibility in work location.
There is a clear focus within the role, ensuring direction and purpose.
The workplace is diverse, with team members from around the world.
The environment is non-hierarchical and agile, promoting collaboration and innovation.
There are growth opportunities and a defined career path available for employees.