Senior Node.js Back-end Developer

Job Description This is a remote position. 8allocate is a global provider of end-to-end custom software development solutions to companies all over the globe, from North America to the EU to Israel to Australia. Headquartered in Estonia, we run offshore R&D centers in Kyiv and Lviv. Our team is 50% remote and distributed. We specialize in flexible interaction exclusively with international clients (we cover industries from commercial aviation to fintech) thanks to a multinational support group of experts and management. Currently, we are looking for a Senior Node.js Back-end Developer . Project: We are looking for a strong backend systems developer to join the client`s team in Hammersmith. You will have experience in Node.js, micro-service architectures, and integrating external systems. It is important that you have a strong focus on quality around well-written code, unit testing, and a holistic approach to systems development. The client`s company is a new approach to sports betting and casino focusing on giving each player an individual experience. They are determined to challenge the industry by being outrageously innovative and product-focused – building the gambling company of the future. To be in total control they have built their own tech platform including a fully automated sportsbook. They have launched their native iOS and Android apps on the UK market, offering their customers best-in-class UX/UI. Their ambition is to offer the best gambling experience and they have the knowledge, resources, and courage to make it happen. What responsibilities & tasks will wait for you? Sharing technical solutions and product ideas through design reviews, pair programming, code reviews, and discussions; Shape a scalable and performant architecture of the internal systems that you will be working on; Build systems for production and implement high-quality solutions, ensuring latency, availability, and appropriate monitoring; Own your code. Decide together with your team on technical frameworks being used and have the opportunity to implement best practices whilst the team is growing; Extensive onboarding, mentoring, and personal development opportunities. What skills/qualities are required: Node.js; Unit and integration testing; Experience designing and scaling relational databases (MySQL / Postgres); Redis; Experience using AWS technologies or similar cloud-based solutions; Git; Monitoring - Datadog/AWS; Experience in integrating external and internal API services and are excited about building modern tooling operations; A strong understanding of the fundamentals – data structures, algorithms, OO design, and system architecture; Excellent English communication skills in both speech and writing; Self-motivated and proactive, takes own initiatives and involves others as needed. Quality focused; Teamwork and collaboration; Experience from similar dynamic, fast-paced environments in growing companies, or at least a reason for wanting to be in one. Would be a plus: Familiarity with container technology such as Kubernetes/Docker/Terraform; Typescript (or experience in strongly typed languages); Experience using web-sockets (Socket.io); Experience from gambling industry can be a bonus, but is not required. Work Schedule: You can work from 9 am till 6 pm or from 10 am till 7 pm. Why choose us? “Family and Friends”. We are no longer a start-up, but still, have a family atmosphere in our supportive and spirited team, who are all working together on the same goal. “Just break down all barriers and find a better way”. Every day you’ll meet with interesting and challenging (international) projects that are covering industries from commercial aviation to fintech (different technologies, different products). “Hungry for learning”. You will get a lot of chances for career advancement and the development of new skills, opportunities for mentorship, or learning from more experienced colleagues. Benefits from 8allocate: You’ll work in a supportive and spirited team of professionals. Corporate events, holidays, and team buildings for your joy. Training and development: we have a huge library (about 500 books!) and a budget for your professional development. English classes. Сoverage of sports activities. People-oriented management without bureaucracy. Paid vacation and sick leaves. Relocation program: if you are from another city and want to move to Kyiv, we will be happy to help you!