About the roleAs a Senior Backend Engineer, you will design and develop scalable backend services using Node.Js and NestJS, create and maintain high-performance RESTful APIs, and implement automated tests to ensure software quality.
You'll manage relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL, collaborate on system design, actively participate in code reviews, oversee optimal service performance, manage production deployments, and mentor junior developers.
You'll lead technical discussions, establish best practices, and promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement in a dynamic startup environment.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop robust, scalable backend services using Node.Js and NestJS (Express)Create and maintain high-performance RESTful APIsImplement automated tests to ensure software quality and reliabilityManage relational databases, preferably PostgreSQLCollaborate on system design and architectureActively participate in code reviews and continuous improvement of development processesEnsure optimal service performance and manage production deploymentsHandle multiple tasks simultaneously,
allowing quick rotation between them in a dynamic startup environmentMentor junior developers and provide technical guidance to the teamLead technical discussions and help establish best practicesShare knowledge through pair programming and code reviewsFoster a culture of continuous learning and improvementQualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields, or equivalent experience and 3+ years of experience in the fieldSolid experience in backend development with Node.Js and NestJS (Express)Proven experience in creating and managing RESTful APIsAdvanced knowledge of relational databases, preferably PostgreSQLExperience implementing unit and integration testsFamiliarity with design principles and architectural patternsExperience in deploying services and managing their performance plus independence for feature delivery in a dynamic startup contextTrack record of successfully mentoring junior developersAbility to communicate complex technical concepts clearlyExperience in establishing development standards and best practicesExcellent problem-solving abilities and analytical thinkingAbility to work in a team and communicate effectivelySelf-taught nature with a strong interest in the latest technological trendsDesirable skillsExperience with cloud computing platforms, specifically Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Knowledge of containers and orchestration, such as Docker and KubernetesExperience with messaging and queuing systems like RabbitMQ/Kafka/PubSubSpanish and English proficiency#J-*****-Ljbffr