We are seeking a Senior Tech Manager Backend (Node.js) who shares our passion for innovation and transformation. This role is critical in architecting and leading the development of high-performance backend systems that enable our business partners to evolve and meet the growing demand for personalized, scalable digital experiences.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and Architect: Define the technical vision and backend architecture for high-scale digital products, ensuring alignment with global engineering standards.
- Master the Stack: Drive the development of robust services using Node.js, TypeScript, and NestJS, ensuring clean code and high maintainability.
- Design Data Ecosystems: Architect complex data models using both PostgreSQL and MongoDB, and lead the implementation of advanced GraphQL schemas.
- Champion DevOps: Oversee the deployment and orchestration of services using Docker and Kubernetes within AWS cloud environments.
- Ensure Engineering Excellence: Set the standard for testing strategies using Jest, conducting deep code reviews and technical mentoring to elevate team performance.
- Drive Integration: Lead the design of agentic workflows and complex integrations between backend services, external APIs, and front-end interfaces.
- Collaborate Globally: Work closely with Product Owners and stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable, production-ready technical roadmaps.
Requirements
- 10+ years of professional experience in backend engineering with a proven track record in Managerial or Technical Lead roles.
- Expert-level proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript.
- Deep hands-on experience with NestJS, Express.js, and architectural patterns (Microservices, Event-Driven).
- Strong mastery of both Relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases.
- Proven experience with Cloud Infrastructure (AWS) and Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
- Solid understanding of API design using GraphQL and REST.
- Expertise in automated testing frameworks, specifically Jest.
- Experience in building real-time systems and handling high-concurrency backend environments.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with frontend frameworks like React or Next.js to better facilitate full-stack alignment.
- Knowledge of Saudi Arabian digital regulations and data sovereignty standards.
Soft skills
- Strategic Leadership: Ability to mentor engineers while maintaining a high-level view of system architecture.
- Advanced Communication: Fluency in English to engage with global and local stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving: A "systems-thinking" mindset capable of debugging complex, distributed environments.
- Ownership: A high level of accountability for the end-to-end delivery of the backend ecosystem.
- Adaptability: Thriving in a fast-paced, hybrid environment in Riyadh.
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Hybrid)
