Get in touch
Engineering

Backend Software Engineer (Node.js)

Ref.#
250603
Location
Remote
Job type
Full-Time

Overview

At Globawise, we empower technologists to thrive by connecting them with impactful projects at innovative companies. We’re committed to helping you grow your expertise and become an essential part of high-performing teams.

We’re seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join one of our leading partners in the art and collectables technology industry. This role is ideal for engineers passionate about crafting scalable APIs, distributed systems, and cloud-native infrastructure - while solving meaningful problems at global scale.

 

What You’ll Do

API & Service Development:

  • Design and build robust, secure, and well-documented RESTful APIs using FastAPI, Flask, or Express.

  • Contribute to microservice architecture design with a focus on modularity, performance, and clarity.

Data & Event-Driven Systems:

  • Design and optimize schemas and queries for both relational (MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) data stores.

  • Implement event-driven architecture using message queues such as LavinMQ, RabbitMQ, or Azure Service Bus.

Data Processing & Performance:

  • Develop scalable data pipelines using tools like BigQuery to process and analyze large datasets.

  • Monitor and improve backend performance, focusing on throughput, latency, and system stability.

Infrastructure & DevOps:

  • Build and deploy containerized applications with Docker and Kubernetes.

  • Collaborate with the DevOps team to manage infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines on Azure.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Work closely with frontend engineers, designers, and product managers to build end-to-end solutions.

  • Contribute to planning, scoping, and code reviews within an agile team environment.

Skills and Qualifications

Must-Have Experience:

  • 4+ years of backend development experience with strong proficiency in Node.js and Python.

  • Experience building APIs using FastAPI, Flask, or Express.

  • Advanced SQL skills and experience with MySQL, plus familiarity with MongoDB and Redis.

  • Hands-on experience with event-driven systems using message queues like LavinMQ, RabbitMQ, or Azure Service Bus.

  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and modern cloud deployment practices.

  • Strong Git skills and collaborative coding workflows.

  • Comfortable working in Agile or Scrum-based teams.

Nice to Have:

  • Familiarity with GraphQL API development.

  • Experience with data streaming platforms.

  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps best practices.

  • Knowledge of monitoring/observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).

  • Performance tuning for large-scale relational databases.

  • Familiarity with Azure Front Door, CDN configuration, or edge caching.

  • Experience implementing secure authentication and authorization strategies.

What We Offer

🚀 At Globawise, we don’t just offer roles – we provide career-defining opportunities:

  • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a generous salary and comprehensive benefits.

  • Learning & Growth: Access continuous learning, mentorship, and career acceleration support.

  • Remote Flexibility: Thrive in a distributed, outcome-driven environment.

  • High Impact: Power the backend infrastructure of a platform used globally by auction houses and collectors.

Join Globawise and help build the infrastructure powering a new generation of digital marketplaces.

If you’re excited about backend craftsmanship and love solving large-scale technical challenges – we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of scalable, resilient systems in a globally impactful industry! 🔧🌍