Senior Node.js & Migration Engineer (Contract)
Posted 2 weeks ago by alteam
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
London, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role is for a Senior Node.js and AWS Engineer on a fully remote, 2-month contract within the fintech industry. The position requires expertise in backend migration, refactoring, and architecture to support a high-impact project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Node.js, AWS, and database management, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment. Immediate availability is preferred for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead backend migration and system refactoring tasks to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Work hands-on with Node.js (TypeScript), AWS, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
- Optimise existing infrastructure and codebase for a secure and compliant fintech environment.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team of developers, architects, and product managers.
- Ensure smooth data migration and system continuity with minimal downtime.
- Implement best practices for cloud infrastructure, CI/CD, and backend architecture.
Key Skills:
- Minimum 7 years of backend engineering experience, with a strong recent focus on Node.js and AWS.
- Deep expertise in migration and system refactoring projects.
- Proficient in TypeScript and modern backend design patterns.
- Strong database experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL.
- Excellent understanding of cloud security and compliance in a fintech context.
- Ability to work autonomously and deliver high-quality code under tight deadlines.
- Fluent English communication skills and remote collaboration experience.
- Experience with fintech applications or financial data systems (nice to have).
- Familiarity with serverless architecture or microservices on AWS (nice to have).
- Experience with containerization (Docker, ECS/Fargate, etc.) (nice to have).
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Location : Fully Remote
Type : Contract (2 months)
Start Date : ASAP
Industry : Fintech
About The Role
We’re seeking a Senior Node.js and AWS Engineer with strong migration, refactoring, and backend architecture expertise to support a fast-paced fintech project. This is a 2-month remote contract with an immediate start, ideal for someone who thrives in high-impact, delivery-focused environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead backend migration and system refactoring tasks to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Work hands-on with Node.js (TypeScript), AWS, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
- Optimise existing infrastructure and codebase for a secure and compliant fintech environment.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team of developers, architects, and product managers.
- Ensure smooth data migration and system continuity with minimal downtime.
- Implement best practices for cloud infrastructure, CI/CD, and backend architecture.
Requirements
Minimum 7 years of backend engineering experience, with a strong recent focus on Node.js and AWS.
Deep expertise in migration and system refactoring projects.
Proficient in TypeScript and modern backend design patterns.
Strong database experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL.
Excellent understanding of cloud security and compliance in a fintech context.
Ability to work autonomously and deliver high-quality code under tight deadlines.
Fluent English communication skills and remote collaboration experience.
Nice to Have
Experience with fintech applications or financial data systems.
Familiarity with serverless architecture or microservices on AWS.
Experience with containerization (Docker, ECS/Fargate, etc.).
Contract Details
Duration: 2 months
Location: Fully remote
Start Date: ASAP
Daily rate: Competitive, based on experience
To Apply : Send your CV and relevant work experience to info@alteam.io
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