About the Position

Blackthorn Vision is seeking a Middle Strong/Senior Backend Developer (Node.js) for an outstaff project with a global leader in energy technology. Founded in 1926 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company has 100,000 employees serving customers in more than 120 countries and develops software solutions for automation across the energy and industrial sectors.

You will work as part of an international team, collaborating with Blackthorn Vision specialists, client-side engineers, and management. We are looking for a self-driven team player with strong problem-solving skills, a commitment to quality, and a passion for delivering robust and maintainable software solutions. Upper-Intermediate English or higher is required for effective day-to-day communication. The position follows a regular full-time working schedule aligned with the Ukrainian time zone.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with an international team to develop software solutions for a global leader in energy technology.
Design and implement scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
Develop microservices and event-driven architectures.
Integrate and manage REST APIs, Kafka, and RabbitMQ.
Work with PostgreSQL, Cassandra, Redis, and other relational/NoSQL databases.
Utilize Docker, Kubernetes, Microsoft Azure, and Azure IoT Hub for deployment and management.
Implement CI/CD, DevOps practices, and modern observability tools.
Use AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, Cursor, or similar.

Requirements

4+ years of professional software development experience.
Strong hands-on experience with Node.js and TypeScript.
Hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot.
Experience with Microservices Architecture, Event-Driven Architecture, and REST APIs.
Strong understanding of system architecture and business requirements.
Hands-on experience with Kafka and RabbitMQ.
Experience with PostgreSQL, Cassandra, Redis, or similar relational/NoSQL databases.
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Microsoft Azure, and Azure IoT Hub.
Experience with CI/CD, DevOps practices, and modern observability tools.
Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, Cursor, or similar.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Nice to Have

Experience working with operational and time-series data.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

We Offer

Exciting and challenging work in a friendly and professional environment.
Excellent career opportunities and competitive salary.
Flexible work schedule.
Professional development program with internal seminars on technical topics.
Courses, certifications, and access to the corporate library.
Free English classes.
18 working days of paid vacation, 5 full-paid sick leave days, paid public holidays.
Medical insurance.
Maternity leave.
IT club membership.
Employee referral program.
Recognition program with gifts and awards.
Pet-friendly and eco-friendly.
Direct and easy communication with management.

About the Company

Blackthorn Vision is a leading company in the software development industry, providing innovative solutions to clients worldwide. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality software that meets the needs of our clients and exceeds their expectations.

Contact Us

Nata Huk

Recruiter

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E-mail: [email protected]

Middle Strong/Senior Backend Developer (Node.js)

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