Senior Backend Software Engineer

Haystack
Chicago, Illinois, United StatesFull-time$130,000–$160,000Posted Sep 18, 2026

About the role

A leading technology firm, renowned for developing innovative backend solutions that power connected devices and cutting-edge products, is seeking a talented engineer to join their dynamic team. This company is at the forefront of digital infrastructure, creating robust and scalable systems that drive progress across various industries.

The Role

Develop and troubleshoot robust backend solutions using TypeScript and Node.js

Work extensively within Linux environments to build and maintain systems

Design and implement RESTful APIs and other critical backend services

Apply a strong understanding of asynchronous programming, networking, and backend architecture

Contribute to projects involving physical products, connected devices, or embedded systems (desirable)

What You'll Need

5+ years of professional backend TypeScript development experience

Strong Node.js backend development expertise

Significant experience developing and troubleshooting within Linux environments

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical engineering discipline

Experience with AWS or other cloud environments

Authorization to work in the United States; no sponsorship available

What's On Offer

Competitive base salary of $130,000 to $160,000 annually

Opportunity for profit sharing

Engaging work focused on complex technical backend challenges

Apply via Haystack today!

Responsibilities

  • Develop and troubleshoot robust backend solutions using TypeScript and Node.js
  • Work extensively within Linux environments to build and maintain systems
  • Design and implement RESTful APIs and other critical backend services
  • Apply a strong understanding of asynchronous programming, networking, and backend architecture
  • Contribute to projects involving physical products, connected devices, or embedded systems

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional backend TypeScript development experience
  • Strong Node.js backend development expertise
  • Significant experience developing and troubleshooting within Linux environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical engineering discipline
  • Experience with AWS or other cloud environments
  • Authorization to work in the United States; no sponsorship available

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary of $130,000 to $160,000 annually
  • Opportunity for profit sharing
  • Engaging work focused on complex technical backend challenges

Skills mentioned

TypeScriptNode.jsBackend DevelopmentLinuxREST APIsAWSDebuggingSystem DesignTCP/IPEmbedded Systems

About Haystack

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Technology51-200 employeesNewcastle upon Tyne, England