Offer summary

Qualifications:

7+ years of full-stack development experience., At least 3 years in a lead or architectural role., Expertise in TypeScript and Node.js, with strong API design skills., Proficiency with AWS services like Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, and Cognito..

Key responsibilities:

Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and front-end code.

Define and document system architecture, data flows, and integration patterns.

Lead task planning, technical estimation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Mentor engineers and promote best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.

Job description

SaaS Architect & Developer

We're Hiring: SaaS Architect & Developer
Location: Remote (must overlap 11:00–20:00 GMT daily)
Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Role Summary

As our SaaS Architect & Developer, you will work directly with the company founder, devoting 60% of your time to hands-on development building and scaling our most complex features and 40% to architectural strategy, project planning, and team leadership. You will own end-to-end design of core services, manage GitHub workflows and CI/CD pipelines, and translate business needs into robust, scalable solutions without losing sight of delivery velocity.

Key Responsibilities

Hands‑On Development (60%)

Architect, implement, and maintain back‑end services, APIs and front-end code using TypeScript/Node.js, etc.
Evolve our AWS infrastructure (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, Cognito) with Infrastructure as Code (AWS CDK)
Optimize performance, reliability, and security of critical systems
Own our GitHub mono‑repo: branching strategy, code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines
Integrate and extend 2D/3D rendering libraries (Fabric.js, Three.js, Babylon.js, WebGL) into the platform

Architecture & Leadership (40%)

Define and document system architecture, data flows, and integration patterns
Lead task planning, technical estimation, and work closely with client facing team on task and roadmap prioritization
Mentor and coach engineers and team members on best practices for coding, testing, and deployment
Collaborate with product, design, and customer teams to align on feature specs and delivery timelines
Champion AI‑powered development tools (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot) to boost team productivity

Requirements

Experience: 7+ years of full‑stack development with at least 3 years in a lead or architectural role
Technical Skills:
- Expert in TypeScript and Node.js, with strong API design skills
- Proven track record designing and operating serverless/microservices on AWS
- Proficiency with AWS CDK, DynamoDB, API Gateway, Cognito, etc.
- Hands‑on with GitHub workflows, CI/CD (GitHub Actions, CircleCI, etc.), and release management
- Familiarity with Fabric.js and Three.js
Key Competencies:
- Communication: Exceptional at converting abstract ideas into clear diagrams and plans; comes prepared to meetings with concise documentation; balances thoroughness and speed in a fast‑paced environment
- Multitasking: Quick to learn new technologies and able to manage multiple, varied projects concurrently
- Problem‑Solving: Skilled at identifying priorities, avoiding unnecessary detail where it hampers delivery
Availability: Must overlap 11:00–20:00 GMT daily and occasionally join meetings at other times
Soft Skills: Self‑starter, strong ownership mindset, and proactive collaborator across cross‑functional teams

Bonus Points

Experience integrating with eCommerce platforms (BigCommerce, Shopify)
Familiarity with real‑time image rendering or CDN/caching strategies
Background in startup or high‑growth environments
Design sensibility and ability to partner closely with UX/UI teams
Experience with AI‑driven development workflows (Cursor, GitHub Copilot, etc.)

Why Join Us?

High Impact: Architect and deliver features that power leading eCommerce brands’ customization experiences
Remote & Flexible: 100% remote culture with async collaboration and work‑life balance
Collaborative Environment: Work directly with our founder, product, and design leads to shape the future of visual commerce
Cutting‑Edge Tools: Leverage modern cloud services and AI‑powered developer tools
Growth & Ownership: Take full ownership of critical projects and mentor a growing engineering team