This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Node.js Backend Developer in Germany.
This is a high-impact opportunity to build and scale backend systems powering a global digital platform at the forefront of financial innovation. In this role, you will design and develop robust, high-performance services that support real-time applications and large-scale user activity. You’ll work in a fast-paced, remote-first environment where autonomy, innovation, and technical excellence are highly valued. From architecting microservices to integrating cutting-edge technologies, your contributions will directly shape the reliability, scalability, and security of mission-critical systems. You’ll collaborate with a global team of experts, continuously learning and pushing technical boundaries. This role is ideal for engineers passionate about distributed systems, performance optimization, and building the future of digital finance.
Accountabilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js, ensuring high performance and reliability across critical systems
- Contribute to the architecture and implementation of microservices-based platforms supporting real-time applications and APIs
- Build and deploy new features and products using agile methodologies, ensuring seamless user experiences
- Optimize backend systems for scalability, low latency, and high availability as user demand grows
- Implement strong security practices across all backend components to safeguard systems and user data
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate databases, third-party services, and blockchain-related technologies
- Continuously improve system performance, code quality, and development processes through best practices and innovation
Requirements:
- Strong expertise in Node.js and JavaScript, with experience building complex backend systems
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
- Experience working 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, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a remote setup
- Nice to have: experience with blockchain integrations, Redis or message queues, and languages such as Ruby, Rust, or C++
Benefits:
- Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours
- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunities for continuous learning, mentorship, and career growth
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects
- Collaborative, global team culture with strong knowledge-sharing practices
- Regular team-building activities and social events (virtual and in-person)
- High-impact role with the opportunity to shape next-generation digital platforms
Why Apply Through Jobgether?We use an
AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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