Senior Backend Engineer Lead (FinTech / SaaS)
Our client operates as a thriving international technology company focused on developing cutting-edge fintech and SaaS platforms for the healthcare industry within the US market.
With strong backing from seasoned founders, global investors, and a deeply entrepreneurial leadership team, the company aims to revolutionize operational and financial processes through scalable software solutions and intelligent automation.
At present, there is an ongoing expansion of the engineering team in Taiwan. They seek a Senior Backend Engineer Lead to spearhead the advancement of fundamental platform and financial infrastructure capabilities.
This role is tailored for a skilled backend engineer who thrives on constructing scalable systems, engaging with fintech-related products, and contributing effectively within a dynamic startup environment.
The successful candidate will be pivotal in the design and implementation of backend services, API integration with financial and payment systems, and influencing technical architecture decisions as the platform grows.
Given the collaboration with global stakeholders, particularly teams in the United States, proficiency in English communication and flexibility to align with US working hours are imperative.
Responsibilities:
- Design, construct, and sustain scalable backend APIs and platform services
- Develop backend systems leveraging technologies like Node.js, Express.js, and PostgreSQL
- Integrate with banking, payment, and financial APIs
- Engage with interdisciplinary product and engineering teams on innovative platform functionalities
- Contribute insights to system architecture and technical design propositions
- Ensure backend stability, efficiency, and scalability
- Aid in shaping fintech and SaaS product features for global markets
- Collaborate closely with overseas stakeholders and distributed engineering teams
Requirements:
- Profound backend engineering background with contemporary JavaScript ecosystems
- 5+ years of proficiency with JavaScript and Node.js
- Furthermore, having 2+ years of experience with Express.js, PostgreSQL, and backend design is essential
- Previous involvement in constructing fintech, payment, marketplace, or SaaS platforms is advantageous
- Strong comprehension of API design and backend system integration
- Adaptability to fast-paced startup or product-centric environments
- Demonstrated sense of ownership and capacity to operate autonomously
- Excellent teamwork and communication abilities
- Fluent in English communication
- Flexibility with work hours to synchronize with US teams
- Location preference: Taipei
Please Note: Only candidates residing in Taipei will be considered for this position.