Senior Backend Developer (Node.js / TypeScript) Join to apply for the Senior Backend Developer (Node.js / TypeScript) role at Peoplebank Senior Backend Developer (Node.js / TypeScript) Join to apply for the Senior Backend Developer (Node.js / TypeScript) role at Peoplebank Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Our client is building smart, AI-powered tools that sit at the centre of workforce safety, compliance, and onboarding. From logistics warehouses to high-risk construction zones, their systems ensure that every person on-site is trained, registered, and ready — before they even walk through the door. They’re now looking for a seasoned Node.js engineer to join their product engineering team. You’ll be a driving force behind one of the most practical, purpose-driven platforms in the country — used daily by thousands of contractors and staff across Australia and beyond. What You’ll Be Doing: Designing and scaling back-end microservices in Node.js and TypeScript Working closely with product, compliance, and AI teams to power next-gen safety platforms Helping transition legacy services as the stack modernises (Scala experience a plus, but not essential) Driving architectural decisions in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment Engaging with cutting-edge AI tooling — think smart decision engines, automation, and embedded intelligence What Our Client Is Looking For: 5 years’ experience in backend engineering with strong Node.js/TypeScript fundamentals Exposure to modern DevOps practices, REST APIs, and scalable architecture Curiosity and comfort navigating unfamiliar codebases — bridging legacy and modern systems A team player with excellent communication skills who thrives in product-led teams Experience in astart-up environment or SME background typically thrives in this business Why You’ll Love It: Work with and explore latest AI tooling and agentic solution builds Work that matters — build tech that keeps people safe and compliant in high-risk environments Supportive leadership, strong engineering culture, no micro-managing Huge growth potential as the platform scales across three powerful product pillars Flexible working options a culture of autonomy, trust, and getting things done This is a rare opportunity to join a mission-led team that’s not only solving real-world problems but redefining how technology can protect people in high-risk environments. If you’re a senior engineer who wants to build smart, scalable systems that matter — this is your moment. This role is being recruited in partnership by Software Recruitment Practice Lead Dan Gordon & Lead Technical Recruiter Sarah Kissane. Dan & Sarah share more than 30 years software recruitment experience and have worked together for more than 20 years. Dan is a certified CSM and CPO, and Sarah built and led her own successful software recruitment company. To find out more about this opportunity, please ‘Apply Now’ or call Dan on 0401 912 645 or Sarah on 0410 863 499. Job266249 Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Peoplebank by 2x Get notified about new Senior Software Engineer jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia . 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