Contract Software Engineer (Typescript, Node.js) - Portugal

• Skills: JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, AWS, Lambda, Terraform, MongoDB, GitHub, CI/CD, Serverless, C#
• Experiences: Senior
• Employments: Full-time, Contract
• Locations: Portugal (Remote)

Description:

• Seeking a senior Backend Engineer to design, build, and operate reliable backend systems for investment and financial services.
• Role involves hands-on engineering with a focus on production-first mindset, ensuring reliability and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Strong experience with Node.js and TypeScript.
• Proficient in AWS cloud services, especially serverless architectures and event-driven systems.
• Experience in building and operating scalable backend APIs and services.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows.
• Strong engineering fundamentals including system design and observability.
• Experience with distributed systems and asynchronous workflows.
• Understanding of system reliability concepts.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively.

Benefits:

• Contract type: Independent contractor / B2B.
• Duration: 12 months initial contract with possible extension.
• Full-time commitment, remote work from Portugal.
• Monthly invoicing with payment terms to be confirmed.