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Senior Backend Engineer, Node.Js (Remote)

Bjak is the largest insurance portal in Southeast Asia, providing access to affordable and sustainable financial services for people in ASEAN.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
3+ years of experience
Finance · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Senior Backend Engineer, Node.Js (Remote)

Bjak, Southeast Asia's largest insurance portal headquartered in Malaysia, is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their mission of democratizing access to financial services in ASEAN. The company specializes in simplifying complex financial products, being the first platform globally to offer investment-linked life and health insurance online with instant agent support.

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be instrumental in developing and maintaining high-quality backend systems using NodeJS. The role combines technical excellence with leadership responsibilities, including mentoring junior developers and ensuring code quality through peer reviews. You'll work with modern technologies including NodeJS, NestJS, ExpressJS, GraphQL, and various databases.

The position offers the flexibility of remote work while being part of an innovative team tackling unique challenges in the fintech space. You'll contribute to a platform that serves millions of users in finding optimal insurance policies through cutting-edge technology solutions including Custom API, trading systems, and data science applications.

This role is perfect for experienced backend engineers who are passionate about making financial services more accessible and want to work in a global, fast-paced environment. With strong learning and development plans, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on pioneering solutions in the insurtech industry, this position offers both professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact in Southeast Asia's financial services landscape.

Last updated 23 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Backend Engineer, Node.Js (Remote)

  • Develop high-quality backend systems using NodeJS, adhering to best coding practices
  • Ensure production stability and promptly resolve critical issues to minimize operational impact
  • Analyze existing code and identify opportunities for enhancement and optimization
  • Support cross-functional teams by addressing change requests efficiently
  • Mentor and guide junior developers on best practices in software development
  • Review peer pull requests to maintain code quality and consistency

Requirements For Senior Backend Engineer, Node.Js (Remote)

Node.js
MongoDB
MySQL
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Over 3 years of full-time experience in backend engineering
  • Proficient in backend development technologies such as NodeJS, NestJS, ExpressJS, GraphQL, and Postman
  • Experienced in database management, including MongoDB and MySQL
  • Familiar with automation workflows using tools like Selenium, Cypress, and Puppeteer
  • Demonstrated passion for programming and problem-solving independently

Benefits For Senior Backend Engineer, Node.Js (Remote)

  • Fully Remote Role: Work from anywhere
  • Innovative Challenges: Work on fast-moving, challenging, and unique business problems
  • Career Growth: Strong learning and development plans
  • Global Environment: International work environment with flat organizational structure
  • Competitive Salary: Competitive salary package