Node.js Senior Backend Developer to $3500

About the Project

Join our team developing the backend for Home Planner - a popular 3D interior design mobile application with 20 million installs and 1.5 million monthly active users. You'll work on a complex distributed system that powers 3D rendering, furniture catalog management, and AI-assisted design features.

Tech Stack & Architecture

• Node.js/Express.js with cluster architecture for multi-core scaling
• MongoDB with Mongoose ODM
• Redis for caching and session management
• AWS ecosystem (S3, CloudFront, Lightsail)
• Elasticsearch for catalog search
• Docker Swarm for orchestration

Requirements

• 5+ years backend development experience
• Strong expertise in our tech stack (Node.js, MongoDB, Redis, AWS)
• Experience with high-load applications (1M+ users)
• Database optimization and performance tuning
• RESTful API design and authentication systems (JWT, OAuth)
• Fluent Russian (team communication)

Responsibilities

• Maintain and scale backend infrastructure
• Optimize database queries and caching strategies
• Implement new features (AI integrations, rendering pipeline)
• Ensure system reliability and performance
• Collaborate on API design with mobile teams
• Monitor and resolve production issues
• Write clean, testable code

Benefits

• Fully remote work with flexible hours
• 28 days vacation + public holidays
• Competitive compensation
• Work on a global product with real impact
• Friendly team
• Startup environment with growth opportunities
• Agile/Scrum methodology

Soft Skills

• Proactive problem-solving attitude
• Self-motivated for remote work
• Strong team communication, friendly and respectful collaboration

Nice to Have

• Published apps or GitHub contributions
• Participation in hackathons or competitions
• Experience with high-load applications (millions of users)