Senior Backend Engineer, Node.js + AWS Lisboa

Senior Backend Engineer, Node.js + AWS
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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Who We Are Is What We Do.

Deel is the
-
- one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 100+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 5, 000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the
- growing Saa
S company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with
- class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024, we paid $11. 2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring payment and protection regardless of location.

Our achievements include CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list, with a 4. 83 rating from 15, 000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Capterra, Apple, and Google.

Your experience at Deel will accelerate your career. You'll work on complex challenges impacting millions of workers, backed by a $12 billion valuation and $800 million ARR, making a meaningful impact while developing expertise in transforming global work.

Get Ready To:

1. Collaborate with
   - functional teams including Frontend Engineers, Product, Design, and QA to create seamless experiences.
2. Participate in product planning from discovery to deployment, contributing throughout the software development lifecycle.
3. Develop and enhance features, APIs, and improve products swiftly and reliably.
4. Ensure
   - tier,
   - centric products through quality engineering and attentive development.

What you’ll bring to the Team:

• Proficiency in Node. js, Type
  Script/Java
  Script, and experience with another
  - side language.
• Strong SQL skills, especially with Postgre
  SQL, including query optimization and data modeling.
• Understanding of OOP principles and design patterns, with experience in building/extending classes.
• Experience designing scalable systems capable of handling rapid growth.
• Expertise in optimizing systems for high transaction volumes, concurrency, and performance.
• API development skills, including security measures like JWT tokens and
  - based systems.
• At least 8 years of software engineering experience.

You're the Engineer We're Looking for if You:

• Excel in application development, coding, testing, and maintaining software in the relevant tech stack.
• Thrive in remote work environments with proactive communication and strong asynchronous collaboration.
• Take ownership of projects while working well in team settings.
• Can explain technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Approach
  - solving with optimism and a balanced perspective.
• Focus on delivering
  - value outcomes aligned with business goals.
• Genuinely care about the impact of your work on customers.

Extra brownie points if you:

• Have Saa
  S experience, especially with 24/7 cloud products.
• Are familiar with AWS serverless architecture.
• Have knowledge of Fin
  Tech industry challenges.

Total Rewards

We offer fair, competitive pay, scalable benefits, and perks, reflecting our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

Some things you’ll enjoy:

• Stock grants based on role, employment status, and location.
• Additional perks and benefits depending on your country.
• Remote work flexibility, with optional We
  Work access.

Deel is an
- opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. Please contact recruiting@deel.com for assistance.