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Senior Backend Developer (Node.js / TypeScript) Join to apply for the Senior Backend Developer (Node.js / TypeScript) role at Peoplebank . 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. Theyre now looking for a seasoned Node.js engineer to join their product engineering team. Youll 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 Youll 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 Why Youll 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 thats not only solving real-world problems but redefining how technology can protect people in high-risk environments. If youre 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. To find out more about this opportunity, please Apply Now or call Dan on 0401 912 645 or Sarah on 0410 863 499. Job#266249 Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr