Senior Backend Developer – Node.js / TypeScript Location: Hybrid – Home / Crewe HQ A bold, global tech company is on a mission to build transformative, sustainable solutions across mobility, connectivity, and innovation. They have grown from humble roots to become a trusted name in next-gen technology that helps businesses adapt and thrive in a changing world. Sustainability and smart digital evolution are at the core of everything we do. Now, they’re expanding – and this is your opportunity to be part of something exciting. The Opportunity: We’re looking for a Senior Backend Developer with deep Node.js and TypeScript experience to join our vehicle telematics division – a rapidly growing area central to our long-term vision. This is not a "code monkey" role. You’ll be a hands-on technical leader, shaping the evolution of a complex, multi-environment SaaS platform spanning 70 Git repositories and built on a modern microservices architecture. Expect cutting-edge technologies – AWS, Docker, automated CI/CD, and Terraform-provisioned infrastructure – with plenty of room to both lead and learn. Your Day-to-Day: Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable backend systems using Node.js and TypeScript Uphold technical quality while delivering pragmatic solutions to real-world problems Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure features meet user and business needs Mentor and support junior engineers, sharing knowledge and raising the bar Guide the team through complex technical challenges with creativity and grit Engage in Agile ceremonies, improve ways of working, and help steer the team’s direction Your Tech Stack: Languages & Tools: Node.js, TypeScript, Mocha, Sinon Infrastructure & DevOps: Docker, Terraform, Git, GitLab CI/CD Cloud & Services: AWS (ECS, EC2, Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB, Kinesis, Firehose, S3, SQS, SNS) Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL What We’re Looking For: Solid commercial experience as a back-end developer Strong problem-solving skills and a critical thinker’s mindset Ability to take full ownership of your work – from concept to deployment Practical understanding of microservices, containerisation, and cloud-native architectures Comfortable working in fast-paced, agile environments Excellent communication skills and a drive to lead, not just contribute Who You Are: Proactive: You take initiative and deliver without waiting for instructions Resilient: You stay cool under pressure and turn obstacles into solutions A Driver: You push projects and teams forward with energy and clarity Collaborative but Confident: You’re a team player who’s not afraid to stand by good decisions What You’ll Get in Return: A supportive, ambitious culture built on innovation and trust A rapidly growing environment where your impact will be felt Opportunities to work on forward-thinking projects in a dynamic space A hybrid working model and flexibility to suit your lifestyle Competitive salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package Ready to lead, build, and shape the future of telematics tech? Apply now and bring your best to a team that’s just getting started.