Design, develop and own backend services, with a strong focus on scalability, security and long-term maintainability;
Build and operate cloud-native systems using modern cloud platforms such as AWS;
Make architectural decisions around distributed systems, APIs, data storage and event-driven architectures;
Write high-quality, testable code and lead by example in code reviews and engineering best practices;
Improve observability, performance and reliability of production systems through monitoring, alerting and incident response;
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to shape new product features from early design through production;
Mentor engineers, share knowledge and actively contribute to a strong and mature engineering culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology;
5+ years of programming experience in building and working on large scale distributed systems, of which minimum 3 years of experience with Node.js;
Several years of experience with AWS Serverless services;
Experience with React.js workflows, such as Flux or Redux and Responsive web design;
Hands-on experience building infrastructure as code using YAML / CloudFormation / Terraform / GitHub;
Develop microservices and distributed systems;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze complex data and resolve issues;
Experience with agile development methodologies and excellent debugging and optimization skills.

Benefits

Remote-first : Work from anywhere in The Netherlands.
Flexible setup : Create your own ideal workspace. Whatever works best for you.
Culture of freedom : No managers, just ownership. We're organised as a Holacracy: think autonomy, transparency, and shared responsibility.
Time for life : We work a 4-day week. Focused, efficient, and human.
Continuous growth : Access to courses, conferences, and the space to keep learning. Because you're already intrinsically motivated to stay sharp.
Team spirit : You’ll join a close-knit, international team of more than 70 colleagues who support each other and grow together.
Fun matters too : Monthly activities, meaningful moments, and a culture where joy is just as important as impact.
Saving lives : Making a real impact on other peoples live by working on a software that actually makes a difference.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

Node.jsAWSServerlessReact.jsFluxReduxYAMLCloudFormationTerraformmicroservices

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscollaborationmentoringcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s Degree in Information Technology