Principal Backend Engineer (Node.JS)

TL;DR

Principal Backend Engineer (Node.JS): Leading the technical direction and execution of highly scalable full-stack search applications with an accent on distributed systems, AWS infrastructure, and API architecture. Focus on driving large-scale digital transformation initiatives, mentoring engineering teams, and ensuring high performance and security across complex service ecosystems.

Location: Hybrid remote role based in the US, occasional in-person events may be required.

Salary: $143,625 - $299,375/year

Company

hirify.global is a global media and technology company reaching hundreds of millions of users with products across finance, sports, news, and advertising.

What you will do

• Lead and own the delivery of full-stack applications within a cross-functional product squad.
• Define and implement scalable, robust, and maintainable application architecture.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes, tooling, and automation.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship to engineers.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Lead large-scale digital transformation initiatives, including cloud migration and modernization.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional software development experience in NodeJS, C++, and Python.
• 5+ years of experience working with large-scale distributed systems.
• Strong proficiency in GraphQL, REST, and API design.
• Extensive experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and frontend frameworks like React.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401k.
• Flexible hybrid work model designed for employee work-life balance.
• Access to education stipends and backup childcare services.
• Inclusive workplace with 11 active employee resource groups (ERGs).
• Opportunities for professional growth within a large-scale engineering environment.