Senior Software Engineer (backend-focused) | Work From Home | Morning Shift

We’re Hiring: Senior Software Engineer (backend-focused)

Looking for a role that fosters collaboration, creativity and career growth in a vibrant office environment? We got you covered!

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Role: Senior Software Engineer (backend-focused)
Work Arrangement: Work from Home
Location: ANY CS Philippines Branch - Makati/Ortigas/Pampanga/Cebu
Schedule: Morning Shift

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript
• Design and support event-driven systems using Kafka or similar technologies
• Develop APIs and integrations with enterprise systems
• Build and troubleshoot containerised applications using Docker
• Design for reliability, including retries, idempotency, message ordering, and failure recovery
• Contribute to system architecture and technical decisions
• Write automated unit and integration tests
• Review code and provide technical guidance to junior engineers
• Use AI development tools to improve coding, testing, documentation, and workflows

Qualifications and requirements:

• Senior-level commercial software engineering experience
• Strong backend development experience with Node.js + TypeScript
• Hands-on Docker/container experience
• Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, NATS, Pulsar, Kinesis, or similar messaging platforms
• Strong understanding of distributed/event-driven systems
• Experience designing REST APIs and system integrations
• Good knowledge of Linux, Git, CI/CD, and automated testing
• Experience taking software through production, releases, upgrades, and ongoing support
• Comfortable contributing to architecture discussions and technical decisions
• Strong English communication skills

Perks & Benefits (Work From Home):

• Comprehensive health and life insurance on your 16th day of employment, covering 1 free dependent on the 16th day of employment

• Flexible leave credits which may be used for vacation, emergency and sick leaves

• Quarterly perks boxes for WFH staff, offering groceries and snacks to keep you fueled  Superb and exciting Mid-Year Parties – with items to give away and cash prizes!

• Endless opportunities for career advancement

• Annual Performance Review with Salary Increase

• We set you up for success with a company-provided PC/Laptop and fiber internet connection

• Tech-on-wheels Support

• Participate and join our CS Social Clubs and Special Interest Groups to connect with colleagues

• International career growth and connections

• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals

• Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program through Lifeworks

• In-house psychiatrist available to support employees' well-being

• Become part of the Employee Share Units program

• Cloudstaff Dream Points - To be used for bidding useful items like appliances, kitchenettes etc.

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  Established in 2005, Cloudstaff is a leading outsourcing company that empowers businesses to thrive through smarter talent solutions. We're passionate about creating a work environment that fosters your professional growth and overall well-being.

  Why Cloudstaff is the #1 Workplace?

  • Award-winning Culture: We're committed to building the #1 Workplace Everywhere, with a proven track record of staff engagement initiatives and industry recognition
  • Invest in You: We support your development through comprehensive training programs, mentoring and opportunities for career advancement
  • Thrive as an Individual: We offer a strong work-life balance with flexible schedules, meaningful perks and a collaborative team environment.

  **To become a priority applicant, please share a 1-2 minute video introduction detailing you experience in this specific role. You can upload your video to the CSJobs platforms. Please use a clean, distraction-free background and speak clearly and articulately.**