Deel
SaaS
Back-EndEngineer,AI
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“Back-End Engineer, AI at Deel. Skills: AI-powered systems development, Node.js development, TypeScript development, Scalable application design, Production workflow management. Build, run, and continuously improve AI-powered systems. Identify and prioritize high-impact technical and product problems”
What You'll Achieve.
Build, run, and continuously improve the AI-powered systems that drive Deel's global go-to-market engine; Ensure systems are efficient, reliable, and scalable under real-world conditions; Ensure technical work drives business outcomes; Ensure high-quality deliverables; Maintain code quality standards
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Troubleshooting issues; Root cause analysis across code, data, and systems; Resolve complex, multi-team technical challenges
Experience working in production environments, Handling incidents, debugging issues, and managing escalations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2–4 years of experience in software development, hands-on experience shipping AI or LLM-powered workflows in production, Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles, Experience designing maintainable, scalable systems, Ability to write clean, structured, and testable code, Ability to write complex SQL queries from scratch, Deep understanding of data structures and query performance/impact, Experience working with APIs and distributed systems, Debugging integrations and system interactions, Understanding data flow across services, Root cause analysis across code, data, and systems, Experience working in production environments, Handling incidents, debugging issues, and managing escalations
Nice to Have
Experience with NestJS, Experience with Vite, Experience with Next.js
What You'll Do.
and continuously improve AI-powered systems
Identify and prioritize high-impact technical and product problems
and deliver high-quality
scalable applications with Node.js
Ensure systems are efficient
and scalable under real-world conditions
and iterate on live workflows
Own the quality and performance of what's in production
responsive web applications using TypeScript
Perform thorough testing
and troubleshooting of applications
Stay updated with emerging web development trends
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with GTM Teams to ensure technical work drives business outcomes; Partner with GTM Teams, design, and other engineering teams to ensure seamless alignment on goals; Coordinate efforts across teams to drive complex projects and ensure shared objectives are met; Resolve complex, multi-team technical challenges by fostering collaboration across disciplines; Thrive in a collaborative, remote-first work culture; Excel in a team setting; Collaborate with diverse teams of technical and non-technical stakeholders
Communication Scope
Communicate technical challenges, opportunities, and solutions effectively to stakeholders; Communicate complex ideas with ease
Process & Methodology
Lead execution through others, Participate in product planning (From discovery all the way to deployment), Coordinate efforts across teams to drive complex projects
Full Job Description
Who we are is what we do. Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly. Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers. Why should you be part of our success story? As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are. Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google. Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—yo
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