Senior Backend Developer

Job Description

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their team! This position is located in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

Duties:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java 17+, Node.js, and TypeScript/JavaScript
• Build and operate AWS Lambda–based services and integrate with cloud-native systems
• Develop and maintain internal admin tools using NestJS and Vue.js to support device configuration and portal management
• Design and maintain RESTful APIs and ensure reliable backend-to-frontend integrations
• Write clean, well-structured, and thoroughly tested code
• Document technical solutions and architectural decisions
• Participate in code reviews, story estimation, sprint ceremonies, and team demos
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend systems to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability
• Act as an independent contributor while collaborating effectively with engineers, product partners, and stakeholders
• Share concrete examples of previous work and technical contributions

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional backend development experience, preferably in enterprise or production-scale environments
• Strong experience with Java 17+, Node.js, TypeScript, and JavaScript (fundamentals required)
• Hands-on experience with AWS Lambda and cloud-based microservice architectures
• Proven experience building and maintaining enterprise-scale digital platforms
• Familiarity with NestJS, Vue.js, or comparable backend/frontend frameworks
• Solid understanding of object-oriented design, RESTful API development, and data modeling
• Experience working with relational and non-relational databases
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with the ability to explain technical decisions and outcomes
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a team-first mindset
• Experience with DynamoDB or other NoSQL data stores
• Familiarity with IoT systems, messaging queues, or event-driven cloud architectures
• Experience contributing to or maintaining open-source or internal libraries

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

The approximate pay range for this position is between $49.00 and $70.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.