SQUIRE is seeking an experience Backend Engineer to join our team! As a Backend Engineer at SQUIRE, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality product features for our service applications. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to architect scalable and efficient backend systems, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for building robust backend solutions.

This position is a fully-remote opportunity and the selected candidate will be an employee of SQUIRE. Candidates interested in consulting or contract opportunities will not be considered.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and maintain high-quality product features for service applications using Node.js.
• Collaborate with the product team and other engineers to ensure seamless integration of service applications with frontend and mobile applications.
• Actively participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to improve overall code quality.
• Participate in interview panels related to service development hiring.
• Contribute to the Services Community, sharing knowledge and helping to shape hiring and technology policies.
• Work closely with the Engineering Manager, following the guidelines and direction provided by the Director of Service Engineering.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and other technical issues.
• Assist with the estimation and planning of service application development tasks.




The duties and responsibilities outlined above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time based on business needs. 

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 3 years of experience in service application development using Node.js.
• Strong knowledge of microservices architecture patterns, frameworks, and best practices.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is strongly preferred
• Candidates must be located in and authorized to work in Ireland.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Base Salary
• New hire stock grant
• 100% employer paid private medical insurance for you and your dependents
• Generous PTO and Paid Parental Leave policies