Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience, particularly in building scalable production systems. You understand the intricacies of service design and deployment, and you have a knack for debugging complex distributed systems issues. Your expertise in Node.js is complemented by a solid understanding of AWS, allowing you to leverage cloud services effectively in your projects.

You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Your experience includes designing APIs and optimizing database interactions, ensuring that the systems you build are efficient and reliable. You are committed to writing clean, maintainable code and are familiar with best practices in software development.

You are a proactive problem solver who enjoys tackling challenges head-on. You have a strong understanding of system architecture and can contribute to discussions about technical direction and strategy. You are also comfortable mentoring junior engineers, sharing your knowledge, and helping them grow in their careers.

Desirable

Experience with microservices architecture and containerization technologies like Docker would be a plus. Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools is also desirable, as is a background in working with large-scale applications. You are open to learning new technologies and adapting to the evolving needs of the team and the business.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Deel, you will play a crucial role in enhancing our payroll and HR platform. You will design and implement new features that improve user experience and streamline operations for our global clients. Your work will involve collaborating with product managers, designers, and other engineers to ensure that the solutions you develop meet the needs of our users.

You will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing existing services, ensuring they run smoothly and efficiently. This includes monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing improvements based on user feedback and analytics. You will also participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to your peers and ensuring that the team adheres to coding standards.

In addition to your technical responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the overall technical strategy of the team. You will help shape the architecture of our systems and make decisions that impact the future direction of our platform. Your insights will be valuable as we continue to innovate and expand our offerings.

What we offer

At Deel, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and growth. You will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and continuous learning. Our culture encourages innovation and creativity, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the future of work.

Join us in our mission to unlock global opportunities for every person, team, and business. We believe in the power of technology to transform how people work and connect, and we are excited to have you on board as we continue to grow and evolve.