Position Overview : We're seeking a Senior Software Engineer with deep expertise in Node.js and microservices architecture to join our dynamic engineering team. This role is perfect for a technical leader who thrives on system optimization, values collaborative teamwork, and takes ownership of delivering high-quality solutions.
Tasks
Key Responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable Node.js applications and microservices architecture
- Lead technical initiatives to continuously improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and fellow engineers
- Take full ownership of features from conception through deployment and monitoring
- Mentor junior developers and contribute to engineering best practices and code standards
- Participate in architecture decisions and technical design reviews
- Proactively identify and resolve technical debt and system bottlenecks
- Drive initiatives for monitoring, logging, and observability across microservices
Requirements
🎉 5+ years of professional software development experience🧪 Strong expertise in Node.js and JavaScript / TypeScript🦠 Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures🚧 Understanding of RESTful APIs, message queues, and service communication patterns📦 Understanding containerization (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes)💽 Experience with databases (both SQL and NoSQL)🧐 Strong problem-solving skills and passion for system optimization🗣️ Excellent communication and collaboration skills🧭 Demonstrated ability to take ownership and drive projects to completionPreferred Qualifications :
☁️ Experience with cloud platforms (AWS)🧑🏼🎨 Knowledge of event-driven architectures and streaming technologies🧮 Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)📲 Experience with CI / CD pipelines and DevOps practices🧑🏫 Previous experience mentoring and leading technical teamsBenefits
💰 Compensation : Competitive salary.🚀 Impact : Shape the future of digital publishing (flexible start date).🏢 Workspace : Modern Berlin-Alexanderplatz office (free drinks, team events, bike garage).❤️ Culture : Trust, autonomy, and growth in a collaborative environment.🌍 Flexibility : Hybrid (4 days office / week) + 1 months / year remote .Please send your application documents, a possible start date, and your expected salary – we’re happy to address any potential questions and inquiries there as well. If all goes well, you’ll hear from us within the next few days to schedule an interview.
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