Skills

Python JavaScript TypeScript PostgreSQL CI/CD DevOps Problem-solving Architecture Databases Autonomy Azure react AWS NodeJs Recruitment JavaScript/TypeScript Nextjs GCP Flask CI/CD Pipelines Terraform FireBase Microservices

Job Specifications

⌘Role Overview

We’re looking for a Senior Backend Developer who’s passionate about designing scalable systems, architecting robust APIs, and improving cloud infrastructure. This is a key technical role for someone who not only executes tasks but thinks systemically meaning identifying the best solutions for performance, reliability, and scalability.

⌘Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services using NestJS and TypeScript
Architect and optimize PostgreSQL/Supabase databases, schemas, and queries
Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure using Terraform on GCP/AWS
Implement and improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment flows, and observability
Create and manage Cloud Functions for new features and automation
Debug, monitor, and enhance system performance and reliability
Ensure backend security, data integrity, and compliance best practices
Collaborate cross-functionally with product, mobile, and data teams
Review code, enforce standards, and mentor other engineers

⌘Requirements

Must have:

8+ years of backend development with JavaScript/TypeScript
5+ years with NodeJS
5+ years with NestJS (core requirement)
3+ years working with GCP, AWS or Azure
2+ years with PostgreSQL/Supabase
2+ years with Terraform (infrastructure-as-code)
Hands-on experience with Firestore/Firebase
Strong understanding of microservices architecture, API design, and DevOps practices
Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and system design skills
Rigor, autonomy, and a sense of ownership, capable of seeing the “whole system,” not just your piece

Nice to have:

Experience with React Native
Experience with NextJS
Experience with Python/Flask
Previous exposure to event-driven or real-time architectures
Experience with LLM Apis/Rag

⌘ What’s in it for you?

A front-row seat in an exciting, fast-growing start-up.
Employee stock options.
The opportunity to develop your position and responsibilities as Timeleft grows.
Take part in Timeleft dinners and see for yourself the impact we have on people's lives.
Help fight the loneliness epidemic in big cities.

⌘ Recruitment Process

Introduction Interview (30 min): A conversation with Talent Acquisition Lead to discuss your experience, career goals, and how they align with our mission at Timeleft.
Technical Interview (1h): Discussion with Lead Backend Engineer about your experience and technical skills.
Final Interview (30 min): Discussion with Head of Engineering about your skills and how you'd fit with the team.