Backend software engineer (Typescript/Node.js)
Full-time / Part-time · Hybrid (Utrecht, The Netherlands)
Are you passionate about learning and growing, and want to work in a company culture where you’re valued for who you are as well as what you can do? Are you ready to develop robust, scalable integrations with systems like CMS and e-commerce platforms?
At Lab Digital, we want to make a positive impact in the world by creating outstanding digital products for our clients. These are global e-commerce platforms, content websites or high-traffic middleware solutions. All based on cloud native technology, often in combination with headless SaaS products.
You enjoy working in teams and value good communication, and you have experience in coaching and guiding development teams in the correct application of DevOps principles. Thanks to your experience, you know how to make decisions with confidence and, by using different written and spoken communication styles, you know how to bring the team and the customer along with you. You feel comfortable working in a team and collaborating closely. You can proactively see what needs to get done, and have a passion for getting things done! When you see options for improvements, you know how to argue why and you implement them.
The teams at Lab Digital consist of developers, (UX) designers, QA specialists, business analysts, solution architects, scrum masters and project managers. Working as part of this multidisciplinairy team and in close cooperation with our clients, you contribute to the success of both the team and client with your skills and experience and a friendly positive approach.
As a Backend Software Engineer (Typescript/Node.js) you work with your team to realise technical solutions that fit the demand. You bring substantial features independently from concept to production. This means that you are responsible for, among other things:
Realising technical integrations with external systems (for example headless CMS and e-commerce platforms, payment providers, etc) that are robust, scalable and fault-tolerant.
Translating requirements into a technical architecture, documentation, and final implementation.
Creating well-documented, high-performance rest APIs and GraphQL endpoints.
Supporting teammates in their work and provide feedback in a well-structured manner.
Helping define and improve our internal standards regarding code style, maintainability and scalability, among others.
Working with clients to train and support in-house development teams and stakeholders in working with the software products we develop.
We expect you to be able to demonstrate:
Experience with the development of (web) applications on senior level, delivering high quality, reliable software solutions using modern software development techniques (unit/integration testing, ci/cd pipelines, etc).
Trackrecord of developing NodeJS based server-side JavaScript/TypeScript applications with frameworks like Express or Apollo.
Experience running NodeJS applications on containerised (Docker/Kubernetes) and/or serverless (Lambda) functions.
Experience with event driven software architecture and messaging queues such as SQS, Kafka, RabbitMQ
Knowledge of AWS/Azure and infrastructure as code principles (Terraform)
Don't feel you meet 100% of the requirements? We celebrate building diverse teams from all backgrounds, so we encourage you to apply anyway and show us your potential! At the moment, we’re only able to hire people already living in The Netherlands.
If you're spending a big portion of your life working, why not do it where you really count, and where there's room for your ambitions? Imagine a place where you can experiment with trending technology and create beautiful products for intriguing clients. Our success lies in our people, and that's why we put them at the heart of everything we do. This translates to a constant focus on them: we're always looking out for their well-being and growth. That's not only about basic terms; it's also about focusing on you as an individual and on your role within your team.
Key aspects of those efforts include foundational conditions, a strong focus on individual ambitions and nurturing collaboration.
Benefits & perks
Senior starting salary of at least € 4.500 per month and with experience and growth, it can go towards € 7.100 for a lead position.
25 vacation days and a favourable pension plan
Bonus (one month salary) in case of a positive operating result
An office centrally located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, walking distance from a public transport hub
A naturally lit, green environment that is healthy and provides tranquility
A strong focus on your personal ambitions
Hybrid working and flexible hours in consultation with your team
The opportunity to work from abroad for a period and to further balance work with enjoyment and relaxation in the form of a workation
No concessions on gear you need to do your job well including laptop, headphones and more
Team:
Our international team consist of 80+ colleagues. Lab Digital has a strong engineering culture and you’ll be working in multidisciplinary teams with talented colleagues
For several consecutive years, Lab Digital has been recognized by its team as an official Great Place To Work(GPTW).
Freedom and DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion)
We organise team events and once a month also themed drinks and a facilitated lunch for the whole company. But also the freedom to arrange it yourself, whenever you want.
(Personal) development
Active in the Open Source community. Check out our 100+ projects on our GitHub profile and machcomposer.io
Help to develop our clients with multiple brands and regions like Danone, Frasers Group, Mars, Knives & Tools, Heijmans, Spring GDS & SLB Diensten
Constant focus on your development, drivers and ambitions through Mentorship Programme, PersonalDevelopment Plan, Lab Academy, Growth Paths for Juniors and Mediors and collaborations with educational institutions.
3-day personal development training with a great external coach in the 1st year of your employment. Set by the beach and fully catered for.
Weekly dedicated time for learning and a library of courses, books and trainings to choose from.
"Because we work with innovative technologies and follow new developments closely, there is something new to learn on every project, which makes the work fun, dynamic and challenging."
Mike, Technical Lead
Our team consist of 80+ colleagues. Curious about who your direct colleagues will be? Take a look at the profiles of Sara, Okke, Casper & Boris
Are you the person we are looking for?
Apply for this position and we would love to talk to you.
Lab Digital does not work with third parties to fill this position.
