Backend Developer (Node.js)

Job Description

What are you going to do?

Joining Triple as a Node.js Developer means becoming an integral part of an innovative competence team where you will work together in one or multiple project teams. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining complex integrations of various external systems. These integrations will aggregate data and make it accessible through APIs that service mobile and web applications. You will be heavily involved in the entire development lifecycle, from concept to deployment, ensuring that each release meets our high standards of quality and efficiency.

In addition to these core development tasks, you will be engaged in various aspects of project management and team collaboration. You will participate in agile scrum teams, utilizing tools like Jira and Git for effective project tracking and version control. The role also demands a keen eye for quality, as you will be responsible for maintaining code quality through unit tests and other automated tools as part of the pipeline. The diversity of projects at Triple ensures a continually challenging and rewarding work environment.

Additional Tasks

• Develop and integrate systems in various backend APIs and services, ensuring seamless functionality for mobile and web applications.
• Participate in sprint planning and releases, adhering to Agile methodologies.
• Maintain high standards of code quality and implement unit tests for robustness.
• Manage multiple projects, focusing on AWS cloud environments.
  
  

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for curious and intelligent individuals who are passionate about technology and have a solid background in Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS. The ideal candidate should be a problem-solver who can work on various projects simultaneously. You should be able to quickly switch between tasks, maintain a clear overview of ongoing projects, and proactively address and report potential issues. Your role will involve coding and contributing to the team and project through your ideas and insights.

At Triple, we place great value on continuous learning and personal development. As such, we are looking for individuals committed to staying up to date with industry trends and technologies. You should be open to discussions and innovation, contributing your own ideas while embracing new ones. Effective communication with diverse teams and clients is crucial. We provide a collaborative and supportive environment where you can grow professionally and personally.

As a Person, You Are

• Experienced in Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS, with knowledge of cloud-based environments.
• Agile and adaptable, able to manage multiple projects and switch tasks efficiently.
• Eager to explore new trends and engage in innovation.
• Committed to personal growth, with an interest in participating in learning.
• An effective communicator, able to collaborate with diverse teams and manage client expectations.
• Ownership-driven and proactive, taking full responsibility for projects and ensuring direct, efficient communication with clients.
• A leader and mentor dedicated to guiding team members, fostering growth, and creating an environment where others can excel.
  
  

About The Team

As a member of the Node.js competence team of about ten members, your role will involve participating in a team environment that fosters growth and knowledge exchange. The team conducts weekly knowledge-sharing sessions focusing on Node.js and broader JavaScript technologies. These sessions involve interactions with web and mobile competencies across the company, which helps to develop a comprehensive understanding of different platforms and technologies.

In this role, you will get to work on one or more projects, often collaborating with front-end team members. Your experience will be valuable in contributing to the projects. You will also mentor and guide junior team members, helping them learn and grow from your insights and expertise.

Requirements

• A completed HBO education or equivalent relevant work experience;
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Backend Node.js developer;
• Knowledge of TypeScript;
• Multiple years of experience with Cloud Computing Platforms (such as AWS);
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools, such as Terraform or CDK;
• Pre: Familiarity with technologies such as TypeORM, GraphQL, Unit test frameworks (e.g. Jest/Vitest), Serverless Computing (e.g. AWS Lambda), headless CMS's (e.g. Strapi);
• You are open to contributing to team development and guiding juniors;
• Preferably, you live close to our Alkmaar office.
• You speak both Dutch and English fluently.
  
  

Who are we?

We’ve been exploring technology's potential to deliver breakthrough innovations since 1998. We believe that deep technical know-how combined with cutting-edge creativity drives change to future-proof businesses. Change relies on radical synergy. Technology and creativity should work in perfect unison. Tech enables creativity. Creativity unlocks the potential of tech.

Our track record of disruptive ventures and innovative ideas shows that we have transformative thinking deeply ingrained in our DNA. We punch above our weight when it comes to consulting, creating and maintaining digital ecosystems for global clients like VodafoneZiggo, Polestar, citizenM, and Philips. With a team of 450+ specialists across brand, experience, technology, and data & AI, we have the power to drive fundamental transformation at scale.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

Our people are a true cross-section of society. That’s how we ensure that the services, campaigns, and products we create uphold the same quality regardless of who interacts with them. We welcome everybody and respect individual identities. We are convinced that diversity stimulates creativity and ensures innovations.