⌘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.
• Be part of the Marketing team and report direct to the Paid Media Lead.
• 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.