Senior Backend Engineer
Develop scalable backend solutions using Node.js and TypeScript to drive high-performance systems
Design and implement robust backend architectures, optimizing concurrency and resolving bottlenecks. Specialize in Node.js/TS ecosystem, aiming for clean code and pragmatic solutions. Recent success: 50% P95 latency reduction in a monolithic workflow, handling 1M+ requests monthly with near-perfect uptime.
Why This Role?
Be part of a mature engineering culture that prioritizes clean architecture and thorough code reviews.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect high-concurrency backend systems to handle millions of requests with minimal latency
- Identify and resolve race conditions and technical bottlenecks in large-scale applications
- Implement and maintain clean, robust code using Node.js and TypeScript
- Collaborate with a remote team to ensure thorough code reviews and pragmatic problem-solving
Requirements
- 6+ years of experience in backend development
- Proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript
- Expertise in high-concurrency architecture and performance optimization
- Strong understanding of databases like PostgreSQL and MongoDB
- Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure
- Proven ability to solve complex technical challenges and improve system reliability
Required Skills
Indonesia Context
- Working Hours Overlap:
- Minimal overlap — opposite hours
View Original Description from HN Who is Hiring
Original description from HN Who is Hiring
Location: Florianopolis, Brazil (UTC-3) Remote: Yes Willing to relocate: Not yet Technologies: Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Azure, MongoDB Resumé/CV: https://linkedin.com/in/f-heredia https://felipeheredia.com Email: hello [at] felipeheredia.com Senior Backend Engineer with 6+ years of experience. I specialize in high-concurrency architecture, solving race conditions under scale, and resolving deep technical bottlenecks. Recently optimized a monolithic workflow, reducing P95 latency by 50% while sustaining 1M+ monthly requests with a 99.996% crash-free rate. Currently operating heavily in the Node.js/TS ecosystem. I am looking for a mature engineering culture that values clean architecture, robust code reviews, and pragmatic problem-solving over hype-driven development. Available for B2B/Contractor roles.
Salary Context
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- Yes. Senior Backend Engineer at Felipeheredia is a fully remote role open to candidates worldwide.
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