Team Lead Backend Engineer (Node.js)

TL;DR

Team Lead Backend Engineer (Node.js): Leading the design and development of scalable, secure, cloud-native backend services using Node.js with an accent on architecture decisions and team development. Focus on building event-driven systems with Kafka, optimizing AWS cloud infrastructure, and ensuring high standards of code quality and security.

Location: Remote (Work From Anywhere), with presence in Kyiv, Ukraine

Company

hirify.global is a global IT services and consulting company that supports digital transformation for some of the world's largest enterprises.

What you will do

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of backend services using Node.js.
• Define and drive backend architecture, API strategy, and integration patterns.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing backend engineering team.
• Provide requirements analysis, technical design, effort estimation, and sprint planning.
• Collaborate closely with frontend, DevOps, product, and business stakeholders.
• Support cloud architecture decisions and ensure successful deployments.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js backend development, including REST APIs and asynchronous patterns.
• Proven Team Lead experience with ownership of technical decisions and engineering processes.
• Strong experience with AWS cloud services (EKS, RDS, MSK, Cognito, ElastiCache).
• Experience designing and building event-driven systems using Apache Kafka.
• Experience with SQL Server or PostgreSQL databases.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and Agile delivery experience.

Nice to have

• Background in Telecom, UCaaS, or SaaS platforms.
• Familiarity with TM Forum API standards.
• Experience with Apache Camel or similar integration frameworks.
• Knowledge of SIP/VoIP protocols.

Culture & Benefits

• Work From Anywhere culture offering high flexibility.
• Comprehensive compensation package including health insurance.
• Relocation program support.
• Professional development through certification programs, mentorship, and talent investment.
• Inclusive multicultural environment with regular team-building events.