Senior Backend Engineer – Node.js

Spark Eighteen

Senior Backend Developer designing scalable and secure distributed systems for Spark Eighteen. Leading architectural decisions and mentoring developers while ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing highly scalable and secure backend systems using Node.js, with a strong focus on performance optimization and system reliability. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor developers, and translate technical initiatives into measurable business outcomes.

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Node.js Backend DevelopmentScalable System DesignPerformance OptimizationCross-Functional CollaborationArchitectural Decision-Making

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Hard Skills

Backend DevelopmentPerformance TuningLoad BalancingDatabase ReplicationGraphQL API DesignAttribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)Single Sign-On (SSO)Infrastructure as Code (IaC)Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)Testing Frameworks

Soft Skills

MentorshipLeadershipCommunicationProactive Problem-SolvingTechnical Influence

Tools & Technologies

PrometheusGrafanaELK StackTerraformPulumiContent Delivery Networks (CDN)Server-Side CachingLoad Testing ToolsAsynchronous OptimizationsEvent-Driven Architecture

Industry Keywords

Distributed SystemsMulti-Region DatabasesFault ToleranceCost-EfficiencyTechnical Strategy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsGrafanaGraphQLJavaScriptNode.jsPrometheusTerraformTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implementation of highly scalable, secure, and high-performance distributed systems
Lead the backend architecture and drive engineering excellence across teams
Mentor developers to elevate technical standards
Ensure performance optimization and system reliability
Influence key architectural decisions and ensure strong cross-functional alignment
Translate complex technical initiatives into measurable business impact

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of professional experience in backend development using Node.js
Demonstrated expertise in strategizing, designing, and overseeing the implementation of highly scalable and resilient backend solutions across multiple geographical regions.
Proven ability to ensure overall reliability, security, and performance of backend systems across development teams.
Experience facilitating cross-team collaboration and driving technical alignment on critical backend initiatives and architectural decisions.
Strong capability in identifying and implementing efficiency improvements to optimize system response times and resource utilization.
Experience establishing quality assurance processes, testing frameworks, and deployment consistency standards across backend services.
Expertise in leading incident analysis and driving continuous improvements in system resilience and fault tolerance.
Ability to translate complex technical objectives into measurable business outcomes aligned with company strategy.
Experience implementing complex architectural patterns and providing technology stack recommendations.
Contribution to organizational technical strategy and development of thought leadership.
Experience driving advanced performance and scalability initiatives for backend systems.
Proven impact on project economic outcomes through cost-efficiency considerations in system design and implementation.
Expertise in designing and implementing attribute-based access control (ABAC) and integrating with OpenID Connect.
In-depth knowledge and practical experience with load balancing and horizontal and vertical scaling strategies.
Proficiency in connection pooling, database replication, and sharding strategies.
Experience integrating Content Delivery Networks (CDN) and implementing server-side caching mechanisms.
Strong command of TypeScript architecture patterns and management of large-scale codebases.
Proven ability to design and scale multi-schema GraphQL APIs, including federation or schema stitching.
Extensive experience designing data strategies for distributed systems and multi-region databases.
Deep understanding and hands-on implementation of Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-factor Authentication (MFA).
Expertise in end-to-end latency tracing and optimization of high-throughput backend systems.
Strong background in distributed system design, including resilience patterns such as circuit breakers and sagas.
Proficiency in implementing and managing monitoring and logging solutions such as Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK stack.
Experience designing comprehensive test strategies for large-scale applications, including TDD/BDD frameworks and mutation testing.
Ability to design secure system architectures and automate incident response processes.
Hands-on experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for serverless applications.
Experience with load testing tools such as k6 or Artillery.
Familiarity with multi-cloud serverless architectures and designing cost-efficient solutions.
Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Pulumi.
Proficiency in profiling and performance tuning backend applications, including Node.js streams and asynchronous optimizations.
Knowledge of event-driven architecture and CQRS patterns.
Proven track record of speaking at technical conferences or contributing to the broader technology community.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Exceptional leadership capabilities, driving technical initiatives and influencing cross-functional teams.
High ownership mindset with a proactive approach toward system reliability, security, and performance.
Passion for continuous learning, staying at the forefront of backend technologies, and contributing to thought leadership
Mentorship capabilities, actively elevating the technical expertise of the team.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive insurance coverage that gives you peace of mind, so you can focus on doing your best work
Flexible work arrangements designed to support sustained productivity, personal well-being, and work-life balance
Continuous learning and accelerated skill development through hands-on projects and mentorship from experienced industry leaders
Global client exposure across 20+ countries, offering real-world experience with diverse markets and business environments
Opportunity to work on high-impact, large-scale projects that have collectively generated over $1B in measurable business value
Competitive, market-aligned compensation packages that recognize performance, expertise, and long-term contribution
Monthly demo days that celebrate innovation, showcase your work, and give you a real voice in what we build
Annual recognition programs and performance-driven awards in a truly meritocratic environment
Referral bonuses that reward you for helping grow a strong, like-minded team
A strong problem-solving culture with opportunities to tackle meaningful, real-world challenges
A positive, people-first workplace that supports happiness, balance, and long-term growth