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Arena Club

Senior Backend Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

Design, build, and maintain scalable backend applications and APIs using Node.js, TypeScript, and ... backend engineer * Strong proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, and Postgres * Proven experience ...

Redolent, Inc

Node.Js Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$60.25 - $77.75/hr

DOE 1) Extremely Strong 7+ Years of Experience with Node.js Engineer 2) Very Strong Many REST APIs based Development/Automation 3) Engineer will need to be provide Operations Support for Backend E2E ...

Zūm

Staff Engineer, Backend Platform

Redwood City, CA

$240K - $280K/yr

... Node.js, Java, or Python. • Hands-on experience deploying and managing applications in cloud environments (AWS or Google Cloud). • Experience building scalable systems--both vertically and ...

Zūm

Staff Engineer, Backend Platform

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$240K - $280K/yr

... Node.js, Java, or Python. • Hands-on experience deploying and managing applications in cloud environments (AWS or Google Cloud). • Experience building scalable systems-both vertically and ...

Tolan

Backend Product Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $300K/yr

The Role We're hiring a Backend Product Engineer to build and maintain the systems that make Tolan ... Our stack is built primarily with Node.js (TypeScript), Python, PostgreSQL, and Redis. What You'll ...

Pika

Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$185K - $300K/yr

Senior Software Engineer, Backend About the Role We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with ... technologies (Node.js, Python, Go, etc.) and frameworks (Express, FastAPI, etc.) • Strong ...

Faststream Technologies

Node.js Developer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$54.50 - $70.25/hr

... backend service development (as opposed to using Node.js for frontend UI development) • 5 Years to 10 Years of experience with NodeJS • Strong Javascript/HTML/CSS/Ajax coding skills • ...

Faststream Technologies

Node.js Developer

San Diego, CA

$54.50 - $70.25/hr

... Developer" who can work for our client in San Diego, California. Experience with building and ... or TypeScript for backend service development (as opposed to using Node.js for frontend UI ...

Search Solutions, LLC

Node.js Developer

Los Angeles, CA

$55.25 - $71.50/hr

Node.js Developer Qualifications Environment and Technology: Backbone.js, Sails.js/Express, Node.js ... Strong back-end experience. Must be comfortable with data modeling concepts, separation of concerns ...

Boxtro Llp 123

Backend Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

If you're a smart, motivated developer with 1 - 3 years of proven, hands-on experience with the ... NodeJS, PHP, C, C++, Perl, Python...the list goes on! You can experiment with installing ...

Straia, Inc

Senior Backend Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $225K/yr

... Senior Backend Engineer to help build the technical backbone of how institutions interact with ... Ship end-to-end features across our React + Node.js + Postgres stack, integrating directly with ...

Air Apps

Backend QA Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The Role We are looking for a Backend QA Engineer to help ensure the reliability, performance, and ... Experience with Node.js and TypeScript in backend environments. * Familiarity with SQL databases ...

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How much do nodejs backend developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for nodejs backend developer in California is $56.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.73 and $67.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Node.js Backend Developer do?

A Node.js Backend Developer is responsible for building and maintaining the server-side logic, databases, and APIs of web applications using Node.js. They handle tasks such as creating efficient backend processes, connecting to databases, ensuring security, and integrating with frontend systems. These developers often work closely with frontend developers, DevOps teams, and product managers to deliver scalable and reliable web solutions.

What are some typical challenges Nodejs Backend Developers face when working on large-scale applications?

Nodejs Backend Developers working on large-scale applications often encounter challenges related to maintaining code quality, optimizing performance, and ensuring scalability. As projects grow, managing asynchronous operations, handling high volumes of concurrent requests, and structuring code for maintainability become more complex. Effective collaboration with frontend developers, DevOps, and QA teams is essential to address integration issues and deploy updates smoothly. Staying up to date with evolving best practices and security measures is also crucial for long-term project success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Node.js Backend Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Node.js Backend Developer, you need strong proficiency in JavaScript, Node.js frameworks (like Express.js), RESTful API design, and a solid understanding of backend architecture, typically supported by a degree in computer science or related experience. Familiarity with databases (such as MongoDB or PostgreSQL), version control systems like Git, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is often expected, along with knowledge of containerization tools like Docker. Problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, effective communication, and teamwork are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills enable developers to build scalable, efficient backend systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver robust web applications.
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Open Source Developer [33130]

Stealth Startup

San Francisco, CA • On-site

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Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate Open Source Developer who is excited about building in public, contributing to developer ecosystems, and working on cutting-edge technologies such as LLMs, AI tooling, and scalable backend systems. This role is ideal for early-career engineers who love experimenting, learning fast, and shipping meaningful contributions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to and maintain open-source projects (internal and external)
  • Build and improve developer tools, APIs, and libraries
  • Work with modern AI/ML stacks, including LLM integrations
  • Collaborate with the engineering team to design scalable backend systems
  • Write clean, well-documented, and testable code
  • Engage with the open-source community (issues, PRs, discussions)
  • Stay up to date with emerging technologies in AI, Python ecosystems, and developer tooling

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 0–3 years of experience in software development
  • Strong proficiency in Python (preferred)
  • Familiarity with Git and open-source workflows (PRs, forks, issues)
  • Basic understanding of APIs, backend development, and system design
  • Exposure to AI/ML concepts or interest in working with LLMs
  • Good problem-solving skills and a builder mindset

Nice to Have

  • Contributions to open-source projects (GitHub profile is a big plus)
  • Experience with frameworks like FastAPI, Django, or Node.js
  • Familiarity with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms
  • Experience working with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Hugging Face, etc.)
  • Understanding of vector databases or retrieval systems

What We’re Looking For

  • Curious, self-driven individuals who enjoy learning by building
  • Strong ownership and willingness to take initiative
  • Passion for open-source and community-driven development
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, experimental environment

Why Join

  • Work on cutting-edge AI and developer tooling
  • Opportunity to contribute to impactful open-source projects
  • High ownership and learning opportunities from day one
  • Collaborative and engineering-first culture

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