Senior Backend Programmer (Node.js)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Programmer (Node.js): Designing and maintaining advanced internal tools and operational services for developer experience with an accent on scalability and system stability. Focus on building robust CI/CD pipelines, optimizing server performance for live game environments, and implementing secure client-server communication.

Location: Hybrid in Montreal, QC

Company

hirify.global is a leading game development studio known for creating high-profile titles like Dead by Daylight.

What you will do

• Design, build, and maintain advanced tools and services to improve the developer experience.
• Define technical specifications and requirements for new features and operational systems.
• Diagnose and resolve issues to enhance application stability and CI/CD pipeline robustness.
• Collaborate with other engineers to deliver scalable services compliant with gaming server requirements.
• Develop and analyze functional and load tests to ensure system reliability.
• Optimize code and system performance for live, online game environments.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience developing backend applications with JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, WebSockets, and modern software architecture principles.
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools such as GitLab Pipelines, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.
• Experience deploying applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) using IaC tools like Terraform, Pulumi, or Helm.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, including data modeling and performance tuning.

Nice to have

• Experience with Linux environments.
• Knowledge of React and/or Angular.
• Expertise in server performance optimization.
• Experience with secure client-server development.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent full-time employment.
• Diverse and creative environment where individuality is celebrated.
• Commitment to equity and fair opportunities for all employees.
• Opportunity to work on a major global title like Dead by Daylight.