Senior Backend Developer – JavaScript

Brightidea

Backend JavaScript Developer required at Bright Data to build high-performance backend services. Must possess expertise in Node.js and network protocols for scaling solutions.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DNSJavaScriptKubernetesMongoDBNode.jsRedisTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

End-to-end feature development, from design and implementation to production rollout and ongoing improvements.
Build and maintain high-scale backend services with strong emphasis on performance, reliability, and security.
Participate in system design and architecture planning to ensure scalable and maintainable solutions.
Work on networking-related challenges such as traffic flows, proxy behavior, request/response handling, and protocol-level edge cases.
Investigate and troubleshoot complex networking issues using tools such as Wireshark (and similar packet inspection/debugging tools).
Write high-quality, maintainable code with appropriate test coverage; participate actively in code reviews.
Collaborate closely with engineers and stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions.
Continuously learn and apply best practices in backend engineering and networking.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, including 2+ years focused on backend JavaScript / Node.js development.
Very good understanding of how the Node.js event loop works, including practical knowledge of the platform’s strengths and limitations (I/O vs CPU-bound workloads, async patterns, blocking pitfalls, memory/GC considerations).
Proven experience building and operating production backend services.
Strong understanding of network protocols and security, including: TCP/IP/UDP, DNS, HTTP1/2/3, TLS and WebSockets.
Experience with databases and caching layers such as MongoDB and Redis.
Familiarity with Kubernetes and containerized deployments.
Proficient in system design fundamentals: APIs, scalability, performance, reliability, and fault tolerance.
Fast learner, able to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

🌐 Worldwide ❌ Jobs You've Hidden ⭐️ Saved Jobs ✅ Applied Jobs ✉️ Email Alerts 👤 Account Brightidea Website LinkedIn All Job Openings 51 - 200 employees Founded 1999 ☁️ SaaS ⚡ Productivity 🏢 Enterprise SaaS
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Enterprise Brightidea is a leading software company that specializes in Idea and Innovation management, providing a platform for organizations to capture, share, and evaluate employee ideas. Their software supports activities such as crowdsourcing challenges and hackathons, enabling companies to drive open innovation and manage a portfolio of initiatives effectively. Brightidea's tools help organizations scale their innovation efforts, ultimately generating substantial financial impacts and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. Senior Backend Developer – JavaScript Job not on LinkedIn 🔥 27 minutes ago 🇺🇸 United States – Remote ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 🔙 Backend Engineer DNS JavaScript Kubernetes MongoDB Node.js Redis TCP/IP Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
End-to-end feature development, from design and implementation to production rollout and ongoing improvements.
Build and maintain high-scale backend services with strong emphasis on performance, reliability, and security.
Participate in system design and architecture planning to ensure scalable and maintainable solutions.
Work on networking-related challenges such as traffic flows, proxy behavior, request/response handling, and protocol-level edge cases.
Investigate and troubleshoot complex networking issues using tools such as Wireshark (and similar packet inspection/debugging tools).
Write high-quality, maintainable code with appropriate test coverage; participate actively in code reviews.
Collaborate closely with engineers and stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions.
Continuously learn and apply best practices in backend engineering and networking. 🎯 Requirements
5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, including 2+ years focused on backend JavaScript / Node.js development.
Very good understanding of how the Node.js event loop works, including practical knowledge of the platform’s strengths and limitations (I/O vs CPU-bound workloads, async patterns, blocking pitfalls, memory/GC considerations).
Proven experience building and operating production backend services.
Strong understanding of network protocols and security, including: TCP/IP/UDP, DNS, HTTP1/2/3, TLS and WebSockets.
Experience with databases and caching layers such as MongoDB and Redis.
Familiarity with Kubernetes and containerized deployments.
Proficient in system design fundamentals: APIs, scalability, performance, reliability, and fault tolerance.
Fast learner, able to work independently and as part of a team.
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Hard Skills & Tools

JavaScriptNode.jsbackend developmentnetwork protocolsTCP/IPUDPDNSHTTP1/2/3TLSWebSockets

Soft Skills

fast learnerindependent workteam collaborationwritten communicationverbal communication