Backend Developer Node.js

Job DescriptionOur client is an European payment platform for mobility, fuel, EV charging, car washes, and fleet payments. It operates across 14 European countries with 1.5M+ acceptance points and is backed by companies such as Mastercard, Mercedes-Benz, bp, and AXA. Location: Germany, Munich (remote)Type of contract: Permanent, full-time.​Tech Stack: Node.js / TypeScript, NestJS, Microservices, Kafka or event-driven systems, Kubernetes / Docker, GCP or cloud-native experience.Your Tasks: You will play a key role in integrating new cashier systems and platforms for their cutting-edge, event-driven platform in an agile environment working in cross-functional teams.Join them in taking microservice architecture to the next level using the latest technologies such as Node.js (TypeScript), Docker, PostgreSQL, Kafka, and other emerging tools and frameworks.Your profound expertise in system integration and management will be crucial in ensuring seamless and efficient communication between clients' internal systems and external platforms. This expertise is instrumental in enhancing the functionality and robustness of our technology platform, guaranteeing its operation at the pinnacle of efficiency, effectiveness, and with high reliability and fault tolerance.Your role will be pivotal in developing and optimizing algorithms for efficient data parsing and serialization, ensuring seamless interpretation and processing of a wide array of data structures and formats. You will also be responsible for proactively identifying and addressing potential issues in data transformation, thereby enhancing their system’s performance and adaptability across different operational scenarios.Maintain a clean codebase; your commitment to writing clean and maintainable code will greatly contribute to the overall quality and sustainability of client's platform.RequirementsGood backend development skills: Proven experience (Several years in practice) in writing distributed backend applications, preferably using Node.js and TypeScript, showcasing expertise in building robust and efficient solutions.Scalability and performance optimization: Demonstrated ability to design and implement high-performance and scalable systems, considering factors such as load balancing, caching, and database optimization.Open-mindedness and willingness to innovate: A forward-thinking mindset that embraces new ideas and technologies, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of projects while leveraging the expert knowledge of the client's team.Entrepreneurial Mindset: Embody an entrepreneurial mindset, marked by a proactive "get-things-done" attitude and a strong customer-centric focus. Strive for a results-oriented approach that combines hands-on pragmatism with a commitment to maintaining clean code and sound architecture.Strong Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Exhibit a keen aptitude for solving complex challenges through analytical thinking, demonstrating an ability to dissect problems and craft effective solutions.Bonus: Familiarity with payment processing: Prior experience or understanding of payment processing systems, security standards (e.g., PCI-DSS), and integration with payment gateways would be advantageous.Effective communication skills: good English communication skills are crucial for effective collaboration with the team, as well as for understanding and translating business requirements into technical solutions.​BenefitsThis is a remote position with the requirement that you live in Germany.They believe that transforming from Start-up to Scaleup can only be achieved together.They trust that #bettertogether can only be achieved by you taking ownership from day one.They want to have employees with them for the long haul. You get a permanent employment contract and a competitive salary.You have flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from your home office.The professional and personal development of team matters to them. They recognise potential and enhance it.Never Stop Learning! You will get a training budget per year that you can freely allocate professional development.EGYM WellpassJob InformationDate Opened 06/09/2026 Job Type Full time Industry Financial Services Domain JavaScript, Typescript, Node Work Experience 4-5 years Career Level Professional / Middle / Experienced; Senior Professional / Project Manager Language English City München State/Province Bayern Country Germany Zip/Postal Code 80331