Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js + TypeScript) - AI meets FinTech

  • Posted 3 hours ago | Updated 3 hours ago

Overview

Remote
$160,000 - $200,000
Full Time
No Travel Required

Skills

Node.js
TypeScript
MongoDB
Redis
Express
AWS

Job Details

** Remote position

** Engineering scrums are at 9am EST

Who We Are

We re a highly funded stealth startup that has built an institutional grade licensed exchange for trading illiquid real-world assets from commercial real estate to infrastructure, natural resources, and private credit. We re combining AI, deep regulatory infrastructure, and a modern tech stack to unlock trillions in global illiquid markets.

What We re Looking For

We re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with strong experience building modern backend systems especially with Node.js, TypeScript, MongoDB, and Redis. You ll be part of a collaborative team of engineers and product builders focused on delivering reliable, scalable infrastructure for high-performance applications. We value curiosity, adaptability, and thoughtful problem solving, and we re always exploring better ways to build, ship, and scale backend services.

Your Role Will Include:

  • Design and implement backend services and APIs using Node.js, TypeScript, and Express
  • Work with MongoDB, Redis, and AWS to build reliable and scalable infrastructure
  • Collaborate with full-stack developers and product stakeholders to translate business needs into working features
  • Maintain high standards for performance, security, and reliability across backend systems
  • Contribute to technical decision-making and tool selection for new backend components
  • Debug, optimize, and improve existing systems and workflows

What You Bring to the Table:

  • 5+ years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on Node.js and TypeScript
  • Production experience with Express.js, MongoDB, and Redis
  • Familiarity with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, CloudWatch, Lambda, etc.)
  • Experience building and scaling secure REST APIs and microservices
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-moving team
  • Strong communication skills and comfort working closely with product and frontend teams

Bonus: Experience with AI-powered development tools like Cursor

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