[Remote] Backend Developer, Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Active Theory is based in Los Angeles and Amsterdam with a globally distributed team, and they are seeking a backend developer and DevOps hybrid to help build out the underlying tech infrastructure behind their Dreamwave events platform. The role involves backend development in Node.js, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and managing cloud infrastructure on GCP.

Responsibilities

• Backend development primarily in Node.js working closely with GCP and Firebase services - Cloud Functions, Cloud Firestore, Firebase Realtime Database
• Architect, prototype, scope and develop backend components for each project. Requirements can vary significantly with each project, particular creative execution, and technical requirements
• Collaborate and communicate with small, multidisciplinary teams together with frontend developers, designers, 3D artists, and producers to develop backend features
• Work independently on small to medium projects, support tech leads on small teams on larger projects
• Plan technical approach and develop custom integrations as required - such as with payments, CRM, ticketing, and content management systems such as Sanity.io
• Manage cloud infrastructure on GCP that scale. Support live events and ensure server resources are running smoothly, load tested, and optimized for expected traffic
• Learn, champion, and build upon Medusa, our backend framework, to continually improve functionality and maintain a library of reusable modules
• Work closely with backend and platform teams to continually evolve, improves practices and processes, and drive the platform forward

Skills

• 3 years minimum developing secure, scalable, production ready web applications in Node.js
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform and services, including Firebase - Compute Engine, Cloud Firestore, Firebase Realtime Database, Cloud Functions
• Familiar with multiplayer and asynchronous concepts, state management and data flows
• Experience designing and implementing database schemas for maintainability, performance, and scale
• Ability to manage your time and communicate effectively while working remotely
• Ability to work independently and carry a project

Company Overview

Active Theory is a production studio that deals with technical solutions, advertising, website and application development services. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Venice, California, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://activetheory.net/home.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Active Theory has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.