Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js/TypeScript)

Who we are and what we do

Deel is a global team that helps businesses hire anyone, anywhere, easily. Deel consists of more than three thousand self-driven individuals spanning over 100 countries. Our unified yet diverse culture keeps us continually learning and innovating the Deel platform and our products for customers.

Companies should be able to hire the best talent anywhere in the world, so we are building the best platform to make that a reality. Our market-leading technology, expertise, and global team are crucial to the success of Deel’s platform. We deliver the best products and platform features in our space, enabling millions of jobs worldwide and connecting the global workforce with the best companies and opportunities.

Why should you be part of Deel's success story?

A 30-mile hiring radius should no longer dictate how companies hire because great talent lives everywhere. Deel sees a world without hiring borders and endless talent that pairs perfect candidates with great companies.

We offer global teams all the tools they need to hire, onboard, manage, pay, and scale at full speed. We aim to foster a diverse global economy by building a generational platform that seamlessly connects companies with talent worldwide.

After our successful Series D in 2021, we raised another $50M last year, doubling our valuation to $12B.

There’s never been a more exciting time to join Deel — the market leader in international payroll and compliance.

Get ready to:

• Be a part of a truly cross-functional team; Frontend Engineers, Product Teams, Designers and QA’s.

• Participate in product planning (From discovery all the way to deployment); We want your input at all stages of the Software Development Lifecycle!

• Collaborate! Our teams work together to develop robust new features, API’s, continuously improve our industry-leading products and find and fix any bugs at Deel Speed.

• Ensure our customers receive a white-glove experience with our products!

The bits and bytes that you’ll bring to your new team:

• You have at least 5 years of experience as a Software Engineer

• You have expert knowledge of Node.js and at least one other server side language.

• You’re an expert in JavaScript syntax.

• You’re a database guru! You know the ins and outs of SQL and NoSQL, mainly PostgreSQL and ORM libraries (such as Sequelize)

• You have a firm understanding of AWS Services such as S3, EKS, SNS and SQS (If you’re a fast learner, knowledge of GCP or Azure would be suitable, too!)

You're the Engineer we're looking for if you:

• Excel in the art of designing, coding, testing, and maintaining applications using the tech listed above.

• Thrive in a collaborative, remote-first work culture where teamwork, camaraderie, and being Together Everywhere are key.

• Embrace independence and take ownership of your projects, yet also excel in a team setting and love to contribute.

• Communicate complex ideas with ease and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams of technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Are passionate about solving customer problems with your coding superpowers, and approach challenges with Default Optimism whilst maintaining a balanced perspective in all aspects of your work.

• Take a business-focused approach to software development, with a keen eye on delivering high-value outcomes for our clients.

• Embody our core value of Genuine Care, deeply understanding and addressing the impact of your work on our customers.

Extra brownie points if you:

• Have experience with SaaS products running 24/7 on a major cloud vendor.

• Have experience with serverless app architecture on AWS.

• Have experience with TypeScript.

• Have honed your skills working in distributed teams and thrive in a remote work environment.

• Have knowledge of the dynamic world of FinTech.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

At Deel, you’ll enjoy:

• Computer equipment applicable to your role

• Stock grant opportunities

• Additional perks and benefits based upon your employment status and country

• The ability to choose where you work whether it be your home, the beach, or a WeWork

At Deel, we're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

"Please note that we will only communicate with our job applicants by using @deel.com domains. We will never contact applicants from any other email address. We  will never ask for money from potential employees. Be cautious of any unauthorized solicitations. You may view the most current and accurate job postings at Deel by visiting https://www.deel.com/careers.