Deel
SaaS
BackendEngineer,Node.js/Typescript
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“Backend Engineer, Node. js/Typescript at Deel. Skills: Node.js, TypeScript, SQL, PostgreSQL, API Development, Scalability, High-Volume Performance. Collaborate in a Cross-Functional Team. Participate in Product Planning”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver robust new features; continuously improve industry-leading products; ensure top-tier products and services; delivering high-value outcomes for our clients
Industry & Context.
Solve Problems with Optimism; solving customer problems with coding superpowers
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Node.js, TypeScript/JavaScript best practices, SQL, PostgreSQL, object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, building and extending classes, designing systems for scalability, optimizing systems for large transaction volumes, handling concurrency, idempotency, performance under load, building APIs, input validation, JWT tokens, queue-based systems, designing, coding, testing, and maintaining applications using the tech stack mentioned above, proactive communication, asynchronous collaboration skills, working in distributed teams, taking ownership of projects, driving shared success, explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, solving customer problems, business-focused approach to software development, delivering high-value outcomes for clients, Genuine Care value
Nice to Have
experience in at least one other server-side language, query optimization, data migrations, database modeling, SaaS experience, experience with SaaS products running 24/7 on major cloud vendors, serverless architecture on AWS, Fintech Industry knowledge
What You'll Do.
Collaborate in a Cross-Functional Team
Participate in Product Planning
Develop and Enhance Features
Provide an Exceptional
Customer-Centric Experience
designing applications
maintaining applications
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with Frontend Engineers, Product Teams, Designers, and QA professionals; Collaborate in a Cross-Functional Team; Excel in a remote-first environment with proactive communication and asynchronous collaboration skills to ensure alignment and effective teamwork; Successfully worked in distributed teams; Excel in team environments, driving shared success
Communication Scope
proactive communication; asynchronous collaboration skills; communicate complex ideas easily; clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Process & Methodology
take ownership of 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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