Senior Node.js Engineer

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.

The opportunity

At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.

We are proud of:

• The work we do and the innovation we drive

• Our values of share, care and dare

• A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy

• Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration

The role

As a [JOB TITLE], you are passionate about experience innovation and eager to push the boundaries of what’s possible. You bring a growth mindset and a drive to make a lasting impact.

You will thrive in this role if you are:

• A curious problem solver who challenges the status quo

• A collaborator who values teamwork and knowledge-sharing

• Excited by the intersection of technology, creativity and data

• Experienced in Agile methodologies and consulting (a plus)

Role responsibilities

As a Senior Node.js Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend services that power modern digital platforms. You will play a key role in architecting microservices-based solutions and ensuring clean, maintainable, and production-ready code aligned with enterprise standards.

Beyond implementation, you will actively bridge architecture and delivery — translating high-level system designs into robust, secure, and scalable technical solutions. You will challenge architectural assumptions when needed and ensure that technical decisions are pragmatic, sustainable, and aligned with business goals.

You will:

• Take ownership of backend domain architecture and drive technical excellence

• Design and implement cloud-native solutions on AWS/Azure with scalability and resilience in mind

• Lead complex integrations with eCommerce platforms, payment providers, CMS systems, and third-party services

• Identify technical risks, performance bottlenecks, and architectural gaps early

• Advocate for best practices in code quality, testing, CI/CD, and DevOps

• Contribute to defining engineering standards and improving development processes

• Support and mentor developers by reviewing code and promoting strong engineering principles

You will collaborate closely with frontend engineers, architects, DevOps engineers, QA, and product stakeholders across international teams, ensuring alignment between technical design, implementation, and business outcomes in an agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop scalable backend systems

• Architect and implement microservices following best practices

• Build and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs

• Integrate with third-party systems such as payment providers, CMS, eCommerce platforms, and external APIs

• Design cloud-native solutions on platforms such as AWS or Azure

• Ensure application performance, reliability, scalability, and security

• Write clean, testable, and maintainable code with high test coverage

• Bridge the gap between architecture and implementation, ensuring alignment between design and code

• Proactively identify risks, technical debt, and improvement opportunities

Knowledge & Technical Skills:

• Strong skills and hands -on experience with: NODE JS (a must), Typescript (a must), JAVA (a plus)

• Hands on experience in designing & developing Microservices based on headless architecture, domain driven design

• Hands -on experience with integration technologies including REST & GraphQL APIs, and event -driven architectures (service bus)

• Hands -on experience in designing Cloud solutions based on enterprise cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS)

• Challenging the developers and architects to bridge the gap between the architecture and codebase level implementation

• DevOps: GitHub, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes

• Search & merchandising platforms (e.g. Algolia search, Elasticsearch)

• Headless e-Commerce platforms (e.g. CommerceTools) and CMS experience (Bloomreach)

• Hands on experience with eCommerce integrations, payment processors, inventory systems, and external service APIs

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills

• Logical, rational, and no-nonsense realist

• Customer obsessed – quality is key, and in the end the customer determines if you are successful

• Very fast in understanding urgency and not afraid to commit to challenging timelines

• Can do attitude, always looking for options to get the job done

• Self -aware; you know what you do not know

• Capability to anticipate and communicate issues and risks well

• English speaking a must

• Highly adaptable to new environments, new people, new culture; with a natural ability to embrace learning and develop through experience

• High level of energy and ambition to realize a positive impact

• Attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to affectively collaborate with all professional levels across many different countries and cultures

If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.

Commitment to reaching all kinds of people

We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.

The benefits

This is a [EMPLOYMENT TYPE] position based in [COUNTRY / Location]. [IF SALARY RANGE IS REQUIRED] The offered salary range is [RANGE] annually, depending on experience and location.

Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer:

• Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent)

• Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs

• Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts

Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process.

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.

⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud!

We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.