Senior Node.js Backend Developer in Switzerland at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Node.js Backend Developer in Swtizerland.

Join a high-performing engineering environment focused on building secure, scalable, and real-time backend systems that support global digital finance services. This role is ideal for an experienced developer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, designing reliable infrastructure, and shipping impactful products used by customers worldwide. You will work in a remote-first, fast-moving culture where autonomy, ownership, and innovation are highly valued. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to mission-critical services, APIs, and next-generation financial products. You’ll collaborate with talented engineers across multiple regions while continuously learning new technologies. If you thrive in backend architecture, distributed systems, and performance optimization, this is an exciting opportunity to make a measurable impact.

• Design, build, and maintain backend services using Node.js and JavaScript for high-traffic, mission-critical applications.
• Develop new products, features, and platform enhancements using agile delivery methodologies.
• Optimize system scalability, responsiveness, and reliability to support continuous user growth.
• Build and maintain robust APIs with strong performance, low latency, and high availability.
• Integrate external systems such as blockchain networks, payment layers, and third-party services.
• Implement secure development practices across services, processes, and infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and operations teams to deliver seamless solutions.
• Monitor production systems, troubleshoot issues, and continuously improve platform stability.

Requirements:

• Strong professional experience with Node.js, JavaScript, and backend software development.
• Proven experience contributing to complex platforms or distributed systems at scale.
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and event-driven systems.
• Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as MySQL and MongoDB.
• Knowledge of caching layers, message queues, and background job processing tools such as Redis.
• Strong understanding of security best practices, secure APIs, and data protection principles.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt in a fast-changing environment.
• Experience with blockchain integrations is highly valued.
• Familiarity with Ruby, Rust, or C++ is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Fully remote and flexible work environment.
• Opportunity to work with an international and highly skilled team.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Continuous learning and knowledge-sharing culture.
• Team-building events and social activities, both virtual and in-person.
• High-impact work where your contributions directly shape products and services.
• Supportive, collaborative, and innovation-driven culture.