{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"28bd16d6588528e1f12124dc","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/28bd16d6588528e1f12124dc","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/28bd16d6588528e1f12124dc","title":"Backend Software Engineer","description":"OverviewWe are seeking a Software Engineer to join our Core Services team and play a key role in the development of the backend platform supporting a major website launch. This engineer will help design, build, and maintain scalable APIs, microservices, and backend services that power critical customer-facing experiences.This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing engineering organization where you'll have significant impact, collaborate with both local and international team members, and help establish a strong onshore engineering presence.What You'll DoDesign, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using TypeScript andNestJSBuild and enhance APIs, endpoints, and microservices that support high-traffic web applicationsContribute to the architecture and evolution of core platform servicesCollaborate with product managers, engineering leaders, and frontend teams to deliver reliable solutionsImplement monitoring, observability, and alerting strategies using modern production-grade toolingTroubleshoot performance issues and production incidents while continuously improving system reliabilityLeverage AI-powered development tools to accelerate productivity and improve code qualityParticipate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical planning sessionsHelp establish engineering best practices across development, testing, deployment, and operationsRequired Qualifications3+ years of professional software engineering experience (mid-level) or 7+ years (senior-level)Strong backend development experience with JavaScript and TypeScriptExperience building applications using Node or NestExperience designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservicesHands-on experience deploying and supporting applications in cloud-hosted environmentsFamiliarity with observability and monitoring platforms such as:DatadogSentryNew RelicGrafanaSimilar production support toolsExperience working within modern CI/CD and software delivery practicesStrong problem-solving skills and ability to independently drive solutionsExcellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience with NestJSStartup or high-growth company experienceExperience supporting customer-facing web platforms at scaleFamiliarity with Vercel or other modern cloud hosting platformsExperience working with AI-assisted development tools such as Claude, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar technologiesExperience working with distributed or international engineering teamsWhat Success Looks LikeDelivering reliable backend services that support a successful website launchBuilding scalable, maintainable APIs and microservices that serve as the foundation of the platformContributing technical leadership and best practices across the engineering organizationPartnering effectively with both local stakeholders and remote development teamsHelping improve system observability, reliability, and overall developer productivity","company":"Robert Half","rawCompany":"robert half","city":"Arlington","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-29T10:50:22.809Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1254.00","title":"Web Developers","slug":"web-developers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Backend Software Engineer","description":"OverviewWe are seeking a Software Engineer to join our Core Services team and play a key role in the development of the backend platform supporting a major website launch. 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