Staff Solutions Architect (Fintech)

TL;DR

Staff Solutions Architect (Node.js/Fintech): Driving the long-term evolution and modernization of a global invoicing ecosystem with an accent on backend re-architecture, distributed systems, and scalability. Focus on transitioning legacy systems into a unified resilient ecosystem and optimizing high-scale database environments.

Location: 100% Remote (Global)

Company

hirify.global is a leading nearshore staff augmentation provider that partners with U.S. companies to deliver top-tier technology solutions and digital transformation.

What you will do

• Drive high-level architectural decisions for distributed systems and scalable microservices.
• Lead backend re-architecture initiatives to transition legacy systems into a unified, resilient ecosystem.
• Improve system-wide scalability, observability, and performance to support global user growth.
• Direct the design and performance tuning of MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Redis environments.
• Collaborate with leadership to define the long-term technical roadmap and strategy.
• Mentor senior engineers and implement best practices for CI/CD, security, and maintainability.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience focusing on high-scale systems.
• 6+ years of expert-level, hands-on experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and JavaScript.
• Extensive background in designing and scaling Microservices and Distributed Systems.
• Deep expertise in MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Redis, including advanced optimization strategies.
• Proven experience building scalable REST APIs for web and mobile-first consumers.
• Experience driving organizational technical strategy and managing complex architectural discussions.

Nice to have

• Previous experience as a Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer, or Solutions Architect.
• Experience in Fintech, Invoicing, or Payments platforms within B2B SaaS environments.
• Experience merging multiple product platforms into a unified backend architecture.
• Knowledge of distributed tracing, logging, and advanced monitoring best practices.
• Exposure to React and Tailwind CSS.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% remote work flexibility with a results-oriented approach.
• Highly competitive compensation paid in USD.
• Paid time off to ensure well-being and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading American companies on high-impact projects.
• Access to a diverse, multicultural global network of over 600 professionals.