Senior Software Engineer
viaPeople is seeking a driven Senior Full Stack Engineer whose core expertise lies in modern TypeScript-based front-end development (React) and building robust Node.js APIs that leverage AWS services. You’ll lead end-to-end feature development on our new cloud platform: designing UI components, authoring backend endpoints, and integrating with AWS resources. Familiarity with Java/Spring Boot is a welcome plus as our legacy system is build on this: we value your React/Node/AWS experience above all. This is a high-impact role: you’ll architect and build new services, establish best practices, and help shape the future of our platform. You’ll collaborate directly with the founder and cross-functional teams, take ownership of technical decisions, and mentor others as we grow. What You’ll Do Frontend Engineering Build responsive, accessible UIs using React with TypeScript Architect scalable component libraries and design systems Implement front-end testing (Jest, React Testing Library) and CI workflows Backend/API Development Design, build, and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs in Node.js (Express, Serverless) Integrate APIs with AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, SQS, SNS, S3, RDS/DynamoDB) Optimize performance, security, and cost across your services Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps Deploy and monitor applications in AWS Automate releases with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, CodePipeline) Leverage Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation) Collaboration & Ownership Partner with product, design, and QA to deliver high-quality features Lead code reviews, pair programming sessions, and design discussions Mentor junior engineers and evangelize best practices Tech Stack Frontend: React (TypeScript), Redux/Context, CSS-in-JS or Tailwind Backend: Node.js (Express, Serverless Framework) APIs: REST, GraphQL Database & Storage: PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, S3 Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, CloudWatch), Terraform/CloudFormation Plus (Nice to Have): Java (Spring Boot) legacy system experience You Might Be a Fit If You… Have 5+ years as a full stack developer with a strong emphasis on React/TypeScript and Node.js Built and maintained production services on AWS, from Lambda functions to managed databases Write clean, tested, maintainable code and enjoy automating deployment pipelines Thrive in a fast-paced, remote team and take initiative to drive projects forward Value collaborative engineering practices: agile ceremonies, code reviews, and shared ownership Hold an AWS Certification (e.g., Solutions Architect, Developer) — or are eager to earn one
Nice to Have
Familiarity with Java/Spring Boot (legacy platform support or migration) Experience with containerization (Docker, ECS/EKS) Background in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CDK) Worked on migrating monoliths to microservices or serverless architectures Position Details Location: Remote (US-Based, EST core hours preferred; flexible) Engagement: Full-time Start Date: Flexible within 30 days Compensation: Competitive, based on experience About viaPeople viaPeople builds performance management tools for top investment firms and fast-growing companies. We’re a small, agile team focused on solving complex talent challenges with highly configurable software. Our values guide us every day: Driven: We take initiative and exceed expectations. Trustworthy: We deliver with honesty and integrity. Growth Mindset: We embrace learning and continuous improvement. Solutions Oriented: We focus on solving, not dwelling on problems. Customer Centered: Our clients’ success is our success. If you’re passionate about modern web development, cloud architectures, and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process.