Mid Backend Engineer (Nodejs)

TL;DR

Mid Backend Engineer (Node.js): Implementing and optimizing backend services for an InsurTech product with an accent on API interactions, data storage, and security. Focus on deploying software using modern tooling like Kubernetes, resolving production issues, and ensuring high-quality code through automated tests.

Location: Remote in Poland

Salary: 23 000–26 000 PLN + VAT (B2B) or equivalent on employment contract

Company

hirify.global is the Polish branch of Hippo Insurance, a fast-growing InsurTech product company focused on making home insurance smarter and more proactive.

What you will do

• Implement backends and their interactions with various data stores and third-party APIs.
• Work in an agile environment focusing on business-impactful projects.
• Support reliable databases and APIs for real-time automated decision-making.
• Deploy software using industry-standard tooling like Kubernetes clusters and Lambda functions.
• Investigate and resolve production issues by analyzing code, data, and system behavior.
• Care deeply about security in everything you do and constantly raise the baseline of how we defend user data.
• Implement robust automated test suites to ensure high quality and low failure rate of delivered code.
• Work closely with Product Managers, Senior Engineers, and Architects to turn requirements into high-quality code.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience with Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Practical knowledge of at least one relational database system, e.g., PostgreSQL/MySQL/SQL Server.
• Experience with microservices and cloud environments.
• Ability to engage in discussions and decisions regarding software design and architecture.
• Experience implementing the test pyramid (unit, integration, e2e tests).
• A team player and a good communicator, with the ability to convey ideas clearly across technical and non-technical teams.
• Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and a strong sense of ownership in delivering high-quality work.
• Utilize good security practices effectively.
• Readiness to learn and expand your skill set as required by ongoing projects.
• Good command of English (written & spoken).
• Availability in the afternoons for occasional evening meetings across time zones.

Nice to have

• Experience with data analysis and BigQuery.
• Familiarity with observability tools such as Prometheus.
• Experience with git and code reviews.

Culture & Benefits

• Choice of employment form (B2B or employment contract) and flexible working hours.
• Paid sick leave and holidays.
• Private medical care with dentists & orthodontists package for you and your family.
• Group life insurance, psychotherapists support, and home physiotherapy.
• Multisport card & meditation apps reimbursed 50%.
• Gear with Apple Logo and monitor.
• 50% reimbursement for courses, conferences, books & certificates.
• Free access to private language lessons, 6 Personal Development Days, and 4 Voluntary Days Off.
• Cafeteria platform, nanny services for parents, and concierge services.
• Chill room with table football & PlayStation 5, free snacks, and ice cream in the office, free Friday Lunch in the office.
• Team building events including annual Offsite & Christmas Parties, and workations in Cyprus.

Hiring process

• Send your CV.
• Meet one of our Recruiters.
• Complete a 30-minute one-way interview.
• Join a Live Coding session with our Senior Engineers.
• Have a chat with your potential Engineering Manager.
• Meet on the final stage with Marcin and Alicja.