Junior JavaScript Backend Developer (Trodo SIA / Latvia)
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Junior JavaScript Backend Developer builds and maintains Node.js APIs and integrations, writes clean tested code, and collaborates with the team to deliver scalable backend solutions.
About this role
The role:
The role of a Junior JavaScript Backend Developer involves building and maintaining APIs, integrations, tests, and Node.js applications according to best practices. You will work closely with the team to deliver reliable, scalable, and maintainable backend solutions.
This role is ideal for someone who has moved beyond the fundamentals, is comfortable solving technical challenges with limited guidance, and is eager to develop into a fully independent backend engineer.
Responsibilities:
- Build and support backend Node.js applications
- Work closely with other team members to design and develop APIs and integrations
- Produce clean, efficient code while adhering to coding standards and best practices
- Perform testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to deliver high-quality applications
- Enhance application performance, scalability, and maintainability
- Stay current with the latest backend development trends and technologies
Requirements:
- Must have 0.5–2 years of commercial experience, or strong experience in personal/open-source projects
- Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and Node.js is must
- Understanding REST APIs fundamentals and techniques
- Experience with SQL databases and Git
- Willingness to learn and improve code quality practices
- Strong English language skills are required for working with software and developing solutions tailored for international audiences and users
- Legal right to work and reside in Latvia
Will be considered an advantage:
- Experience with Next.js, Jest, Docker, Redis, RabbitMQ or Kubernetes
What we offer
- Extended health insurance
- Flexible benefits (extra holidays or paid GYM)
- Growth & development opportunities
- Employee Purchase Program
- Mental health support program
- Fruits (and ice cream during summer), and refreshments in the office
- Family-friendly workplace
- Celebrations of employee's important life moments
- Team buildings and corporate events
Trodo was founded in Norway in 2013 by two young IT enthusiasts (and brothers) and an experienced rally and car maintenance veteran. The synergy of their combined 100 years of life experience laid the foundation for an automotive e-commerce startup that has helped set the standards for the automotive e-commerce market in Europe. Trodo continues to grow by offering online services that prioritize a positive user experience, hoping that anyone who uses Trodo's services for the first time will become a dedicated repeat customer.
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