Senior Backend Engineer | Node.js / TypeScript | Remote FirstSenior backend engineering role within a modern cloud-native consultancyBuild scalable APIs, microservices, and distributed systems using Node.js & TypeScriptRemote-first with access to Belfast & London co-working hubsSalary up to £75k + EMI share optionsExclusive opportunity through Ocho PeopleThe CompanyOcho People are partnered with a scaling cloud-native consultancy delivering modern engineering, composable commerce, and enterprise digital platform solutions for globally recognised clients.Their teams work across large-scale digital experiences and cloud-native systems, combining modern engineering practices with a highly collaborative, low-ego culture focused on quality and innovation. The RoleThis is a Senior Backend Engineering role within a highly experienced cloud-native engineering team. You'll design, build, and deliver scalable backend services and APIs powering enterprise digital platforms used at significant scale.You'll work closely with frontend engineers, DevOps specialists, architects, and project teams while contributing to architecture discussions, mentoring developers, and helping shape backend engineering standards across the business.This role would suit someone who enjoys solving complex backend challenges, building modern distributed systems, and working in an engineering-led environment with genuine ownership. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable Node.js and TypeScript backend servicesBuild RESTful and GraphQL APIs across cloud-native environmentsDevelop scalable microservices and distributed system architecturesCollaborate with DevOps and cloud teams on CI/CD and deployment practicesParticipate in architecture discussions and technical decision-makingMentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and engineering standardsImprove software quality, performance, reliability, and maintainabilityContribute to cloud-native engineering practices across AWS and Azure environmentsWhat You'll NeedEssential5+ years' commercial backend engineering experienceStrong Node.js and TypeScript expertiseExperience building scalable APIs and microservicesCloud platform experience across AWS, Azure, or GCPStrong understanding of cloud-native engineering and distributed systemsExperience with CI/CD pipelines and modern Git workflowsStrong communication and problem-solving skillsNice to HaveEvent-driven architecture experienceTerraform or Infrastructure-as-Code exposureExperience with enterprise integrations or composable commerce platformsSQL/NoSQL database experience and observability tooling exposureWhy Apply?Join a highly experienced cloud-native engineering teamRemote-first culture with excellent flexibilityInteresting large-scale engineering projects across modern digital platformsStrong technical ownership and progression opportunitiesModern technology stack and engineering-led environmentEMI share options, private healthcare, pension, and learning budgetCollaborative, supportive culture focused on continuous improvement For more information or a confidential conversation, connect with Chanel Gillen at Ocho People or apply via the link below.LI Chanel GillenSkills:Node.js TypeScript AWS AZURE GCPBenefits:Work From HomeWHJS1_NI