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Senior Backend Engineer

Autocorp.ai

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of backend development experience with Node.js/TypeScript
  • Strong expertise in PostgreSQL including complex queries, performance optimization, and migrations
  • Production experience with GraphQL APIs (PostGraphile experience is a plus)
  • Solid understanding of AWS services (ECS, Lambda, S3, Cognito, SES)

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable GraphQL APIs using PostGraphile and PostgreSQL; develop and optimize complex SQL queries and database schemas; build background job processing systems and architect plugin-based resolver systems
  • Build and maintain an extensive library of integrations, CRM data synchronization, webhook handlers, and ETL pipelines
  • Deploy and manage containerized applications on AWS ECS using Infrastructure as Code (AWS CDK); implement CI/CD pipelines and monitor performance with tracing and logging
  • Ensure code quality through unit and integration tests, TypeScript with auto-generated GraphQL types, code reviews, and debugging of complex production issues

Key facts

Hard skills

Node.js (Javascript Library) TypeScript PostgreSQL GraphQL Database Schema GraphQL Indexing Background Task Containerization Application Programming Interface (API) Unit Testing ETL (Extract Transform Load) Code Analysis Microsoft Office SharePoint Server AWS Cloud Services Amazon Cognito Git (Version Control System) AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) Integration Testing Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework) AWS Lambda Performance Improvement CI/CD Well Logging Microsoft Dynamics CRM Event-Driven Programming Query Optimization Test Automation Scalability Program Standards Exception Handling Webhooks Amazon S3 Continuous Monitoring Identity And Access Management Information Privacy Conventional PCI Twilio Customer Relationship Management Real-Time Transport Protocol Sendgrid

Other skills

  • Decision Making
  • Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Dealing With Ambiguity
  • Teamwork
  • Mentorship
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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Autocorp.ai

Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) & Consumer Credit

Autocorp.ai is a fintech company specializing in revolutionary solutions for the automotive industry. By offering a suite of digital retailing products primarily focused on credit and financial services, Autocorp is delivering dealer solutions to increase volume and profitability. Our executive team is not only composed of developers and marketers, but what sets us apart is the inclusion of automotive professionals who, recognizing the consumer demand for seamless near-instantaneous transactions, have come together to implement digital solutions into a retail environment to solve real-world problems..

Company details

IndustryBuy Now Pay Later (BNPL) & Consumer Credit
Company size11 - 50

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Job description

This is a remote position.

The Role

We're seeking a Senior Backend Engineer who thrives in the chaos and excitement of a fast-moving startup environment. You'll join our scrappy team to help scale our GraphQL API platform serving dealerships and financial institutions across North America. This role requires someone comfortable with ambiguity, rapid iteration, and wearing multiple hats.

Core Responsibilities

Platform Development & Architecture
  • Design and implement scalable GraphQL APIs using PostGraphile and PostgreSQL
  • Develop and optimize complex SQL queries and database schemas with proper indexing strategies
  • Build and maintain background job processing systems
  • Architect plugin-based resolver systems for domain-specific business logic
  • Implement robust error handling and retry mechanisms
Integration Engineering
  • Build and maintain an extensive library of integrations
  • Develop CRM integrations with proper data synchronization strategies
  • Create webhook handlers for real-time event processing from external systems
  • Design ETL pipelines
Infrastructure & DevOps
  • Deploy and manage containerized applications on AWS ECS using Infrastructure as Code (AWS CDK)
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines with automated testing and deployment strategies
  • Monitor and optimize application performance using distributed tracing and logging
Code Quality & Testing
  • Write comprehensive unit and integration tests using Jest
  • Implement type-safe code using TypeScript with auto-generated types from GraphQL schemas
  • Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers
  • Establish and maintain coding standards and best practices
  • Debug complex production issues across distributed systems

Requirements

Must-Have Experience
  • 5+ years of backend development experience with Node.js/TypeScript
  • Strong expertise in *PostgreSQL* including complex queries, performance optimization, and migrations
  • Production experience with *GraphQL APIs* (PostGraphile experience is a plus)
  • Solid understanding of *AWS services* (ECS, Lambda, S3, Cognito, SES)
  • Experience with *background job processing* and event-driven architectures
  • Proficiency in *Git workflows* and collaborative development practices
Nice-to-Have Experience
  • Experience with financial services, lending, or automotive industry
  • Knowledge of credit bureau APIs and identity verification systems
  • Familiarity with CRM platforms
  • Experience with real-time communication (Twilio, SendGrid)
  • Understanding of compliance requirements (PCI, SOC2, data privacy)
  • AWS certifications
  • Startup experience - you've thrived in ambiguous, resource-constrained environments
The Ideal Candidate
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You're a builder who thrives in chaotic startup environments where priorities shift quickly and perfect is the enemy of good. You're energized by ambiguity, comfortable making decisions with incomplete information, and excited to shape the technical direction of a rapidly growing platform. You balance scrappiness with engineering excellence, knowing when to ship fast and when to build for scale.





Benefits

Team & Culture
  • Small, high-impact engineering team in a fast-paced startup environment
  • Remote-first with flexible hours - work when you're most productive
  • Direct collaboration with product and business stakeholders
  • Ownership mentality - you'll own features from conception to production
  • Embrace the chaos - we move fast, break things, and iterate quickly
  • Continuous learning environment where adaptability is key
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Excellent health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Claude Code subscription for AI-powered development
  • Flexible hours - work when you're most productive
  • Flexible PTO and work-from-anywhere policy

*We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. AutoCorp is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team.*
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Note: This position requires working with financial data and PII. Background checks will be conducted for successful candidates.

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