Back End Developer

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Backend Engineer to join our team and be a key contributor to building and deploying innovative solutions on Node.JS within a microservices architecture. You will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining strong engineering practices, ensuring high-quality code, and leading the development of connectors and workflows for our customer deployments. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of backend architecture, and the ability to work effectively across geographically dispersed teams.

Responsibilities:

• Backend Development: Design, develop, test, and deploy robust and scalable backend applications and services using Node.js, reporting to the Team lead and the Technology Manager
• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Work with our CI / CD team to adapt / build our Terraform code for continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Engineering Process Evangelist: Act as a champion for best-practice software development methodologies, including:
• Code reviews, ensuring code quality, security, and adherence to coding standards.
• Hexagonal Architecture principles for modular, maintainable, and testable applications.
• Automated Unit Testing and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• API and Workflow Development: Design and implement RESTful APIs and workflow engines to connect to various applications and implement custom client business logic.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance on design, development, and testing best practices.
• Collaboration: Work closely with backend engineers, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to define requirements, design solutions, and deliver high-quality products.
• Communication and Reporting: Communicate effectively and transparently with a direct manager in Colombia and an architecture manager in UK, providing regular updates on progress, challenges, and potential roadblocks. Proactively seek feedback and collaborate on solutions.
• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in production environments and implement effective solutions.
• Continuous Learning: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in backend development, cloud computing, and CI/CD.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in backend software development with a strong understanding of software engineering principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Node.js, Java Spring will be considered as a plus.
• Solid understanding and experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Experience implementing and adhering to Hexagonal Architecture principles.
• Experience implementing and adhering to Domain-driven Design.
• Experience with automated unit testing and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• Proficient with Git and version control workflows.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.
• Comfortable working with significant time zone differences and adjusting work schedule
• as needed.

Bonus Points:

• Experience working in Cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with workflow engines (e.g., Apache Airflow, Camunda).
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Experience with database design and optimization.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with security best practices in cloud environments.