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We’re expanding our product portfolio and are looking for a Senior Backend Developer with expertise in Node.js to join our team. In this role, you will help build and scale our cloud service, which provides a marketplace for security solutions and product certification. This is a full-time position with the flexibility to work remotely, hybrid, or in-office from our location in France.
Job Description
As a Senior Backend Developer, you will report directly to the Head of Engineering and be part of an agile, cross-functional team. You’ll take the lead in developing and maintaining the backend infrastructure, APIs, and services that support our platform. Experience with frontend development is a plus, as it will enhance collaboration with our frontend team and ensure a seamless user experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs to support a highly scalable platform
- Work with frontend developers to ensure smooth integration and user experience
- Collaborate with a cross-functional, agile team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Implement robust, secure, and performant solutions in cloud environments
Preferred Experience
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- Backend Expertise: Extensive experience in backend development with Node.js, building scalable, cloud-based services
- Technical Proficiency:
- Strong skills in Node.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, REST APIs, and databases (SQL, MySQL, Postgres)
- Familiarity with backend frameworks, ORMs (e.g., Sequelize), Git, Docker, and Kubernetes
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS (S3, SES, SNS) and services like Heroku
- Frontend development experience (React.js, HTML/CSS, responsive design) is a plus
- Knowledge of agile practices, version control with Git, and testing frameworks like Jest
- Cybersecurity Awareness: Understanding of security best practices in backend development
- Ideal Candidate Profile
- You write clean, maintainable, and well-structured backend code
- You are a proactive team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
- Fluent in either French or English, with the ability to communicate effectively in the other language
- You’re agile and proactive, providing daily updates on progress, challenges, and plans
Recruitment Process
This full-time role offers flexibility with on-site, remote, or hybrid work arrangements. Our hiring process involves the following stages to assess:
- Technical competence with both an online test and follow-up interview
- Your personal motivation and goals
- Team fit and collaborative style
If you’re eager to work on impactful projects in an innovative environment with flexible work options, we’d love to hear from you!
Additional Information
- Contract Type: Full-Time
- Location: Alfortville
- Education Level: Master's Degree
- Experience: > 10 years
- Possible full remote