Sr. Node Engineer, Event-driven Architecture

Our client is redefining how creators and users connect on social platforms-blending content, community, and commerce into a next-gen digital experience. Their team is building scalable, event-driven backend systems that power seamless interactions across mobile and web apps. As they grow, they're looking for backend engineers who thrive in fast-paced, startup environments and are passionate about building resilient, distributed systems. If you're excited by the challenge of supporting real-time content, high user engagement, and creator-driven tools, they want to talk to you.

This is a startup. Candidates with current or previous startup experience are strongly preferred.
Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of professional engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in Node.js
• Deep experience with event-driven architecture and message queues (e.g. Kafka, NATS, RabbitMQ)
• TypeScript or JavaScript expertise
• Cloud experience (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or similar)
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Startup mentality: adaptable, collaborative, and hands-on

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with real-time data processing
• Familiarity with social media, content platforms, or community-driven products
• Exposure to microservices architecture
• Understanding of GraphQL or RESTful API design

What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown

• 90% Backend Development (Node.js, event-driven services)
• 10% DevOps & Infrastructure Support

Daily Responsibilities

• 80% Hands-On Coding
• 20% Team Collaboration

The Offer

• Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)