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Backend Engineer

Summary

Build and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js/TypeScript, collaborating with frontend teams on React-based full-stack applications for FinTech, Healthcare, or SaaS products.

Job Description <\/b>
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We’re hiring a talented and experienced Backend Engineer <\/b> to join an agile product development team working on modern
web applications and scalable platforms. You’ll be responsible for building,
maintaining, and optimising server -side logic and APIs, and contributing to
full -stack solutions using JavaScript/TypeScript <\/b> , Node.js <\/b> , and React <\/b> .
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This is an opportunity to work in a fast -moving environment.
Where innovation, reliability, and clean code are valued, supporting products
within FinTech <\/b> , Healthcare Technology <\/b> , or SaaS ecosystems <\/b> .
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Job Responsibilities <\/b>
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  • Design,
    build, and maintain scalable server -side applications and RESTful APIs
    using Node.js <\/b> , Express <\/b> , or similar frameworks.
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  • Collaborate
    with frontend engineers to build seamless integrations using React.js <\/b> or similar JavaScript frameworks.
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  • Write
    clean, well -tested, and documented code that adheres to modern development
    best practices.
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  • Implement
    CI/CD pipelines and ensure reliable code deployment and integration.
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  • Work
    cross -functionally with Product Managers, Designers, and QA to ship
    high -quality features.
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  • Optimize
    system performance, troubleshoot production issues, and participate in
    code reviews.
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  • Contribute
    to architectural decisions and refactor legacy systems when required.
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    Requirements <\/h3>

    Required Skills <\/b>
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    • Strong
      hands -on experience with Node.js <\/b> , Express <\/b> , and API
      development <\/b>
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    • Proficiency
      in JavaScript/TypeScript <\/b>
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    • Solid
      understanding of SQL/NoSQL databases <\/b> (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
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    • Experience
      with CI/CD pipelines <\/b> and containerization (Docker)
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    • Experience
      building and consuming RESTful or GraphQL APIs
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    • Familiarity
      with version control tools (e.g., Git, GitHub)
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      Desired Skills <\/b>
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      • Frontend
        development experience with React.js <\/b> , Next.js <\/b> , or similar
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      • Cloud
        deployment experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
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      • Experience
        in micro services architecture
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      • Familiarity
        with Agile methodologies and TDD
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      • Prior
        experience in FinTech, Healthcare, or SaaS is a plus
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        Benefits <\/h3>

        Job Benefits <\/b>
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        • Competitive
          salary and performance bonuses
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        • Private
          health insurance and wellness support
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        • Remote -first
          policy with flexible working hours
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        • Learning
          & development allowance
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        • Equity
          / stock options (depending on client)
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        • Modern
          tech stack, collaborative team culture
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