Staff Backend Engineer
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Staff Backend Engineer at Ahoy (Flatgigs) designs, builds, and maintains scalable backend services and APIs, working with Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS in a fast-paced startup environment.
About this role
Do you love building scalable backend systems that power real-world products?
We’re looking for a Backend Engineer to join our team at ** Ahoy** and help us design secure, reliable, and high-performance platforms.
What you’ll do:
🔹 Build and maintain production-ready backend services
🔹 Design APIs and ensure system scalability & performance
🔹 Work with Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, Cognito, etc.)
🔹 Collaborate with product, design, and cross-functional teams
🔹 Ensure quality through TDD, CI/CD, and clean architecture
What we’re looking for:
✅ 4+ years of backend development (Node.js/TypeScript)
✅ Strong experience with AWS and microservices
✅ Knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases, REST/GraphQL APIs
✅ Passion for clean, maintainable, and secure code
✅ Startup or fast-paced environment experience is a plus
Come join us and help shape the future of tech at Ahoy 🚀
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