Senior Full Stack & Backend Engineer (Node.js/TypeScript) – Remote

About the role

Bluelight is seeking a senior full‑stack and backend engineer to design and build high‑quality, low‑latency applications for its diverse client base. The role is fully remote, serving Latin America, and offers the chance to work on challenging projects using modern technologies. You will collaborate with a fast‑growing consultancy that values continuous learning and impact.

Required profile

• 5+ years of professional software development experience, primarily backend.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to work overlapping US business hours.
• Extreme ownership and client‑focused dedication.

Required skills

• Node.js, TypeScript, JavaScript
• AWS (low‑latency API services, Fargate/ECS)
• RESTful API design and SDK integrations
• PostgreSQL/AuroraDB, Row‑Level Security, raw SQL, schema migrations (node‑postgres, node‑pg‑migrate)
• React
• Testing practices including integration tests and fault‑injection
• CI/CD pipeline creation and maintenance
• Experience with Fastify, Zod, containerization

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance‑based bonuses.
• Generous paid‑time‑off and flexible working hours.
• Remote work arrangement.
• Continuing education, training, conferences, and company‑sponsored certifications.