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Scaling Business with Digital and Deep Tech
The Role
Lead the design and implementation of scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript, optimize performance, and mentor mid-level developers.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Gradion, we are the strategic partner for ambitious businesses, helping them achieve breakthrough growth through Digital Innovation and Deep Tech.
With a global vision and an AI-first approach, we enable clients to reshape strategies, optimize systems, and adopt cutting-edge technologies to create sustainable value.
From AI and data to cybersecurity, robotics, and large-scale enterprise platforms, Gradion designs practical solutions that lay the foundation for the next generation of billion-dollar companies.
OUR FACTS & FIGURES:
- 23+ years of expertise — Gradion builds digital platforms & deep-tech solutions.
- 3 continents: Asia, Europe and Africa.
- 300+ specialists across 7 countries Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Egypt, Indonesia.
- 100+ enterprise clients, including several unicorns (e.g., Alaiko, HomeToGo, Roadsurfer).
- Vietnam’s Best IT Company – recognized by ITViec for 7 consecutive years, including 2 consecutive years of ranking #1 (2024 and 2025).
- ISO 27001.
What you’ll do
- Architect & Build: Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
- Optimize Performance: Dive deep into the event loop, database queries, and caching layers to ensure sub-millisecond latency and high availability.
- Set Standards: Champion engineering excellence by leading code reviews, writing comprehensive tests, and mentoring mid-level developers.
- Collaborate: Work closely with Product and Frontend teams to design seamless APIs and influence the technical roadmap.
- Scale Systems: Design and maintain microservices and event-driven architectures (RabbitMQ/Kafka) that can handle high-traffic spikes.
What you’ll bring
- Expertise: 5+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a deep mastery of Node.js and its ecosystem.
- Strong Foundations: Deep understanding of asynchronous programming, design patterns, and architectural principles (Solid, Hexagonal, or Clean Architecture).
- Database Mastery: Proven experience with both SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (Redis, MongoDB) databases, including schema design and optimization.
- Cloud & DevOps: Familiarity with AWS/GCP and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
- Mindset: A product-focused mindset—you care about the "why" behind the code and the impact it has on the end-user.
- Communication: Ability to explain complex technical trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Bonus Points
- Experience with NestJS or GraphQL.
- Contributions to Open Source projects.
- Knowledge of Frontend frameworks (React/Vue) for better full-stack collaboration.
Why Join Gradion MENA?
- Global Exposure: Work daily with international teams and founders from Europe and Asia.
- AI-Driven Development: We integrate AI into our DNA, from how we write code to the strategic solutions we provide to clients.
- Continuous Evolution: Monthly budget for courses and certifications to keep your skills at the cutting edge.
- Setup: laptop and full workstation.
- Health: Comprehensive family health insurance and life insurance.
- Flexibility: Flexible working arrangements and a culture of ownership.
- Rewards: Competitive salary based on seniority + milestone bonuses (marriage, childbirth, etc.).
Benefits & Perks
Contact Person: Alaa Muneer
Office: 57 Abbas El Akkad, Nasr City – Cairo
Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday
Top Skills
AWS
Docker
GCP
Kafka
Kubernetes
MongoDB
Node.js
Postgres
RabbitMQ
Redis
Typescript
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The Company
What We Do
At Gradion, we consult businesses with Digital & Deep Tech.
With over 23 years of experience and a global team of 300+ experts across 7 countries, our impact spans e-commerce, retail, mobility, travel & logistics, and intralogistics, where we’ve driven bold, measurable transformative technology solutions.
Powered by the AI-first foundation, our journey is defined by customer stories of bold transformations in Business, Technology and People. We've partnered with visionary companies to architect the strategies, systems, and technologies that propelled them to extraordinary success.
From large-scale platforms to AI, data, cybersecurity & robotic solutions, Gradion delivers tailored, future-ready solutions, empowering the next generation of Billion Dollar Companies.
