Backend Developer (Node.js / Nest.js) – Remote

A leading technology organization working at the forefront of advanced artificial intelligence is seeking a Backend Developer to join its core engineering team. The company builds infrastructure that supports the development and training of next-generation AI systems.

Their platform connects highly specialized experts—including PhDs and professors from top universities—with advanced AI development environments. These experts contribute directly to training and improving cutting-edge models. The company’s data platform converts expert insight into high-quality training datasets while internal tools help measure, route, and improve performance across large-scale AI development workflows.

This role offers the opportunity to help build and scale the backend systems that power this infrastructure while collaborating closely with engineering, AI, and product teams.

Role Overview

As a Backend Developer, you will contribute to the design, development, and scaling of backend services that support high-volume data workflows and internal tooling. You will work closely with frontend engineers, AI teams, and product stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-performance systems while maintaining strong engineering standards and clear communication across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain backend services using Node.js and Nest.js

• Design, implement, and optimize PostgreSQL databases

• Develop scalable infrastructure using AWS or Google Cloud Platform, including serverless components

• Implement and manage Redis for caching, queue management, and high-throughput workflows

• Ensure backend systems maintain strong performance, reliability, and security

• Deliver clean, well-documented APIs

• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting best practices

• Improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows

• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and engineering planning

Required Qualifications

• Strong production experience with Node.js and Nest.js

• Advanced knowledge of PostgreSQL, including data modeling, queries, and performance optimization

• Hands-on experience working with AWS or Google Cloud Platform and serverless architectures

• Practical experience integrating and managing Redis

• Solid understanding of backend architecture, scalability, security, and performance

• Proficiency with Git/GitHub and modern CI/CD tools

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DevOps practices or Infrastructure as Code

• Knowledge of event-driven or real-time architectures

• Familiarity with microservices and distributed systems

Compensation & Benefits

The annual base salary range for this full-time position is $90,000 – $140,000 USD.

The company hires exceptional talent regardless of location and offers competitive compensation packages. Employees may also be eligible for equity compensation and performance-based bonuses, depending on role and company policies.

The benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance reimbursement (up to 100% of premiums), paid time off, and additional benefits designed to support a high-performing, remote-first workforce.