Senior Backend Developer responsible for designing, building, and maintaining backend systems and APIs for customer, installer, and internal-facing apps. Connect and integrate cloud data sources, third-party APIs, databases, libraries, and SDKs. Troubleshoot performance and stability issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to architecture and internal process improvements.
On behalf of one of our clients, we are seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their innovative team in Amsterdam. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of sustainable home energy solutions and make a real impact on climate change.
Job DescriptionAs a Senior Backend Developer, you will:
- Work on the backend of apps and interfaces for customers, installers, and internal teams
- Connect to various cloud data sources and APIs, helping to architect the best infrastructure
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new features
- Integrate with databases, third-party APIs, libraries, and SDKs
- Troubleshoot and resolve application bugs and performance issues
- Work with testing to ensure application stability and reliability
- Contribute to improving internal processes and team growth
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
- 7+ years of experience in developing and deploying APIs in Node/Typescript
- Understanding of web and mobile application architecture, including performance optimization and scalability
- Experience with integrating third-party APIs, libraries, and SDKs
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
- Commitment to staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices
- Minimum C1 level fluency in English
Benefits
- Competitive monthly salary between €5,000 - €8,000, plus 8% holiday allowance
- Flexible work arrangements with opportunities to work from our vibrant Amsterdam office
- Travel cost coverage for office visits
- 25 paid holiday days annually
- Option to work abroad for up to 1 month per year
- Career growth and learning opportunities
- Diverse and inclusive work environment with over 30 nationalities
- Healthy, vegetarian/vegan lunch provided at the office
- Monthly company events and seasonal parties
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