Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js/Typescript)

Global platform enabling businesses to hire anyone, anywhere, providing international payroll and compliance solutions.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
8+ years of experience
Finance · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js/Typescript)

Deel is revolutionizing the global workforce landscape by building a platform that enables companies to hire talent worldwide without borders. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be part of a team that's reshaping how businesses handle international hiring, payroll, and compliance. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a platform valued at $12B after their latest funding round in 2023.

You'll be instrumental in developing and maintaining the backend infrastructure that powers Deel's global payroll and compliance solutions. The position requires expertise in Node.js and TypeScript, with a strong focus on database management, particularly PostgreSQL. You'll be working in a remote-first environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build scalable solutions that handle high-volume transactions.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of software engineering experience, with a proven track record in designing and implementing scalable backend systems. You should excel in remote collaboration, demonstrate strong communication skills, and approach problems with optimism while maintaining a business-focused mindset.

Working at Deel means joining a diverse team of over three thousand professionals across 100+ countries, contributing to a platform that's making global hiring accessible and efficient. The company offers competitive compensation, including stock grants, remote work flexibility, and various perks based on your location and employment status. If you're passionate about building solutions that impact millions of jobs worldwide and want to be part of a rapidly growing fintech leader, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact.

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Responsibilities For Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js/Typescript)

  • Collaborate with Frontend Engineers, Product Teams, Designers, and QA professionals
  • Participate in product planning throughout the Software Development Lifecycle
  • Develop robust new features and APIs
  • Ensure top-tier products through quality engineering
  • Handle database optimization, data migrations, and modeling
  • Design and maintain scalable systems
  • Optimize performance for high-volume transactions

Requirements For Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js/Typescript)

Node.js
TypeScript
JavaScript
PostgreSQL
  • Strong proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript/JavaScript best practices
  • SQL expertise, particularly with PostgreSQL
  • Strong understanding of OOP and design patterns
  • Experience in designing systems for scalability
  • Expertise in optimizing systems for large transaction volumes
  • Skilled in building APIs with security & scalability
  • At least 8 years of experience as a Software Engineer
  • Experience working in distributed teams
  • Clear communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders

Benefits For Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js/Typescript)

Equity
  • Provided computer equipment
  • Stock grant opportunities
  • WeWork access where available
  • Remote work flexibility
  • Additional perks based on employment status and country

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