Senior Backend Developer (Remote, Full-Time)

About Smart Working

At Smart Working, we believe your job should not only look right on paper but also feel right every day. This isn't just another remote opportunity - it's about finding where you truly belong, no matter where you are. From day one, you're welcomed into a genuine community that values your growth and well-being.

Our mission is simple: to break down geographic barriers and connect skilled professionals with outstanding global teams and products for full-time, long-term roles. We help you discover meaningful work with teams that invest in your success, where you're empowered to grow personally and professionally.

Join one of the highest-rated workplaces on Glassdoor and experience what it means to thrive in a truly remote-first world.  

About the Role 

We're looking for a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure backend systems. You will work across modern backend frameworks, databases, cloud platforms, real-time communication, and DevOps tooling.

 This role requires deep hands-on expertise, strong architectural thinking, and the ability to build production-grade services that scale. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance APIs, distributed systems, and cloud-native solutions.

• Develop and maintain backend services using Node.js and TypeScript
• Build scalable APIs using Nest.js and Express.js
• Design, implement, and optimize databases using PostgreSQL and MongoDB
• Use Prisma ORM for efficient data modeling and database interactions
• Build and optimize RESTful and GraphQL (Apollo) APIs
• Implement WebSockets for real-time communication
• Ensure robust security using JWT, OAuth, and API security best practices
• Perform unit testing with Jest or Mocha, and API testing with Postman
• Implement caching & messaging solutions using Redis (Pub/Sub)
• Use Docker for containerization and Kubernetes (K8s / K3s) for orchestration
• Employ Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Manage CI/CD pipelines and GitHub Workflows for automated deployments
• Work with cloud platforms — AWS, GCP, Azure
• Work with S3 object storage (or equivalents) for managing data and assets
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver high-quality features
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend performance across distributed systems
  

• 8+ years total backend development experience
• Strong hands-on experience with Node.js and TypeScript
• Experience using backend frameworks Nest.js and/or Express.js
• Experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB in production
• Experience using Prisma ORM
• Solid experience building RESTful APIs and GraphQL APIs (Apollo)
• Experience implementing WebSockets
• Strong understanding of API security (JWT, OAuth)
• Experience writing automated tests with Jest, Mocha, and API testing with Postman
• Experience with Redis (Pub/Sub) for caching and messaging
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes (K8s/K3s)
• Experience with Terraform for IaC
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and GitHub Workflows
• Experience working with AWS, GCP, and/or Azure
• Experience managing object storage such as S3
  

• Experience with microservices architecture
• Knowledge of event-driven systems or message queues
• Exposure to serverless architectures (AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions)
  

• Fixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)
• No Weekend Work: Real work-life balance, not just words
• Day 1 Benefits: Laptop and full medical insurance provided
• Support That Matters:Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are shared
• True Belonging: A long-term career where your contributions are valued
  

At Smart Working, you'll never be just another remote hire.

Be a Smart Worker — valued, empowered, and part of a culture that celebrates integrity, excellence, and ambition.

If that sounds like your kind of place, we'd love to hear your story. 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.