The Role:
We are rethinking a core part of the grocery industry—one that’s long overdue for innovation. Millions of families are struggling to afford essentials, and we’re building a platform to help make groceries more accessible and affordable. If you’re passionate about purpose-driven technology and eager to build systems that have real-world impact, this could be the right opportunity for you.
Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and maintain scalable backend applications and APIs using Node.js, TypeScript, and Postgres.
- Architect backend systems for high scalability, availability, and performance.
- Integrate third-party services and APIs to expand platform functionality.
- Develop internal tools supporting operations, workflows, and machine learning initiatives.
- Collaborate with frontend, product, and data teams to deliver impactful features rapidly.
- Ensure security, testing, and proper documentation of all backend systems.
- Optimize infrastructure for a fast-growing user base with high performance expectations.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience as a Backend or Fullstack Engineer.
- Strong expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and Azure Search.
- Proven success in building and scaling eCommerce or marketplace platforms.
- Deep understanding of cloud platforms (Azure or GCP) and infrastructure-as-code tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
- Experience designing robust enterprise-level APIs that integrate seamlessly with mobile applications.
- Solid coding practices: reusable components, test-driven development, and scalable architecture (e.g., event-driven, microservices).
- Comfortable iterating quickly in a fast-paced startup environment while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate technical decisions and trade-offs clearly.
Key Competencies
- High initiative and attention to detail.
- Strong time management and ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
- Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Critical thinking and adaptability to changing priorities or challenges.
- Strong organizational skills and independence.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and use sound judgment to meet goals.
- Comfortable navigating team structures and contributing across departments.
C - ST - 22072025
Wakapi Web