navitcom, a fast-growing SaaS startup reshaping corporate mobility, seeks a Senior Backend Engineer to play a key part in shaping the technical vision and execution of our platform's backend systems. You'll tackle complex challenges around performance, reliability, and security while aligning the team around best practices.
What You'll Do
- Design, develop, and deploy high-performance, scalable, and secure code in NestJS and Typescript.
- Optimize database queries and schema designs for improved performance and scalability using PostgreSQL and TypeORM.
- Implement and manage message queues and event-driven architectures to ensure reliable data processing with BullMQ and Redis.
- Ensure system stability and reliability through robust testing, monitoring, and debugging.
- Exchange knowledge and mentor other engineers, contributing to a culture of technical excellence.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in backend development.
- At least 2 years of experience in high-load systems.
- Strong proficiency in Node.js and Typescript.
- Deep understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL) and experience optimizing queries and indexes.
- Experience implementing message queues (BullMQ, RabbitMQ, or similar) and event-driven architectures.
- Strong knowledge of ORMs and their impact on performance (e.g., TypeORM, Prisma).
- Proficiency in writing efficient and scalable APIs.
- Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
Nice to Have
- A degree in computer science.
- Familiarity with distributed systems and microservices architectures.
- Experience with caching strategies (Redis, Memcached).
Technical Stack
- NestJS
- Typescript
- Node.js
- PostgreSQL
- TypeORM
- BullMQ
- Redis
Team & Environment
You'll join a company of 11-50 employees. We are a mission-driven, fast-growing SaaS startup backed by forward-thinking investors and trusted by top enterprise clients.
Benefits & Compensation
- Mobility perks for your own commuting.
- Family-first policy for key moments.
- Work from anywhere: office, house, beach, etc.
- Office in Berlin Mitte with free coffee and beverages.
- Regular team activities.
- A motivated and fun crew.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based in Berlin, Germany.
