Back-End Engineer
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Leads architecture and code decisions for back-end services, conducts code reviews, designs secure and scalable APIs, and communicates with cross-functional stakeholders.
About this role
About Ubiquiti
At Ubiquiti Inc., we create technology platforms for Businesses, Smart Homes, and Internet Service Providers, driven by our goal to connect everyone, everywhere. To date, Ubiquiti has shipped over 100 million devices worldwide, from ISP networking products to next generation of IT solutions. Our growth is made possible by the dedicated team of hundreds behind the scenes. From software developers and product managers to designers and strategists, Team UI is driven to achieve our common goal: Rethinking IT. At Ubiquiti, you’ll heighten your potential and broaden your horizons - all while shaping the future of connectivity.
Responsibilities:
- Lead discussions on architecture and code decisions;
- Code review workflows, branch/merge strategy, building and deployment processes;
- Actively participate in all projects and voice your ideas and solutions;
- Maintain a good programming style and stay up-to-date with the latest technology and trends;
- Design developer-friendly APIs that are secure, scalable, and well-documented;
- Communicate complex technical topics with stakeholders – product managers, embedded, mobile and front-end developers, design UX.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience with Node.js and TypeScript development;
- 5+ years of experience with SQL (Postgres or similar);
- Working knowledge of web security (OWASP, browser security model, OAuth);
- Excellent debugging and testing skills, and an eye for defensive programming;
- Solid knowledge about programming, design patterns and web protocols;
- Familiar with Git, Unix/Linux, Docker;
- Experience with AI tools - Claude, Codex, etc;
- Fluent in English and Latvian.
Nice to have:
- Expertise in working with DevOps and Build pipelines;
- Rust, WebRTC, gRPC, Go.
The project stack:
- Services in NodeJS (TypeScript) with PostgreSQL DB;
- Services in Rust;
- Frontend in React with real-time communication (WebRTC);
- Cloud services via AWS IoT.
Benefits:
- International work environment and work with global development teams;
- Ability to deliver software that is used by millions of people across the globe;
- Opportunity to leverage and integrate modern AI tools into product development;
- Access to all Ubiquiti products;
- Medical insurance;
- Hybrid approach - office in Riga;
- Flexible work hours;
- Compensation package matching global standards, including competitive salary depending on your qualification and background (starting from 4000 up to 7000 Euro gross monthly);
- A-class office with all the necessities - snacks, drinks, free parking, etc!
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