Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js) - Remote

ZipRecruiter; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

About Us

Social Tip is dedicated to helping brands connect authentically online by rewarding their customers with cash. By transforming customers into influencers, we amplify word-of-mouth marketing using our innovative technology. In an era where traditional marketing methods are becoming less effective, Social Tip builds hype and buzz while putting money back into the pockets of everyday people who post about the things they love. Join us in shaping the future of authentic marketing.

The Role

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Social Tip, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust backend systems that power our SaaS platform. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that meet our users' needs. This is a fully remote position.

In this role, you'll help us deliver real value to everyday people by building the technology that puts money in their pockets while potentially shaping the future of social media marketing. Your work will directly impact how brands and consumers interact in the digital space, creating a more authentic marketing ecosystem.

Salary Range: £60,000 - £80,000

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance, scalable backend services using Node.js
• Build and optimize database schemas and queries in PostgreSQL
• Design and implement the APIs that power our applications & reward engine
• Collaborate with frontend engineers to integrate backend services
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and knowledge sharing
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Document systems and processes for future reference and team knowledge

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency with Node.js and its ecosystem
• Professional experience with multiple programming languages
• Extensive experience with PostgreSQL, including schema design and query optimization
• Experience with API design and implementation
• Proven track record developing and maintaining SaaS applications
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Must be an active social media user, especially Instagram

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with GraphQL
• Experience with Python and Jupyter
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, particularly GitHub Actions
• Experience working with distributed systems
• Experience operating large-scale software solutions
• Experience integrating with 3rd party APIs
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Contributions to open-source projects
• Experience with monitoring and performance optimization tools

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Private healthcare
• Remote work with occasional team gatherings
• Opportunity to work on challenging problems with real impact
• Getting things done, no BS, transparent work environment
• Professional development opportunities

Social Tip is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.