We’re Expanding Our Engineering Team — Hiring Backend Developers (Node.js & Python)

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Summary

We are looking for highly skilled backend engineers who can help us build and scale modern software products. **Clear expectations and deliverables** * Develop and maintain high-quality backend services using Node.js and/or Python. * Design and build scalable APIs, integrations, and backend architectures. * Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best engineering practices. * Solve complex technical problems and improve system performance. * Participate in technical discussions, architecture decisions, and code reviews. * Deliver reliable solutions independently while communicating progress and challenges clearly. **Required skills** * Strong professional experience with Node.js and/or Python backend development. * Experience building production-level APIs and scalable applications. * Solid understanding of software architecture, databases, and cloud technologies. * Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, or similar technologies. * Familiarity with Git workflows, testing, debugging, and performance optimization. * Bonus: Experience with AI/ML systems, LLM integrations, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, or microservices. **Communication expectations** * Communicate clearly in English. * Provide regular updates about progress, blockers, and technical decisions. * Be proactive in asking questions and suggesting improvements. * Work collaboratively with our engineering team. **How we work** * We value ownership, technical excellence, and long-term collaboration. * Engineers are expected to think independently, take responsibility for their work, and contribute ideas. * We prefer developers who enjoy solving challenging problems and building reliable products. * We are looking for long-term partnerships with talented engineers, not just short-term task completion.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 3-6 months
    Duration
  • Expert
    Experience Level
  • $14.00

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    $27.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • One-time project
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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Node.js
JavaScript
React
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:20 to 50
  • Interviewing:
    10
  • Invites sent:
    13
  • Unanswered invites:
    2
About the client
Member since Jun 21, 2026
  • Ukraine
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