Backend Developer (Node.js)

TL;DR

Backend Developer (Node.js): Building and scaling backend services for a global fundraising platform with an accent on clean architecture, performance, and reliability. Focus on designing and maintaining high-load distributed systems, event-driven architecture, and complex analytics pipelines.

Location: Remote (CET hours preferred)

Salary: €5,100 - €6,300 + stock options

Company

hirify.global is a global fundraising platform powering donations for nonprofits worldwide, focusing on innovation, accessibility, and high-quality product delivery.

What you will do

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Develop new product features from concept to deployment in collaboration with product managers and frontend engineers.
• Own key backend architecture decisions to enhance performance, reliability, and security.
• Write unit tests and conduct code reviews to ensure code quality.
• Identify and implement system improvements, including refactoring legacy code.
• Mentor team members and contribute to engineering excellence culture.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in backend development, preferably in product-driven environments.
• Strong expertise in Node.js, Koa or NestJS, and TypeScript.
• Experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures using Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Bull/Redis.
• Hands-on experience with ClickHouse or similar analytics databases and Elasticsearch.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership.
• Comfortable working within a Russian-speaking team.

Nice to have

• Experience in remote-first, globally distributed teams.
• Knowledge of performance monitoring and observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog.
• Interest in nonprofit technology sector.
• Hypothesis-driven mindset and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative product team with ownership culture.
• Flat structure with transparent company culture.
• Equity options and long-term focus.
• 31 days off and 100% paid telemedicine plan.
• Home office setup assistance.
• English learning courses and professional education support.
• Gym or swimming pool access and coworking options.
• Remote working environment.