Backend Node.js Developer

Location: Remote (Serbia/Montenegro)

Position Type: Full time

About the company

SETVI is a Software startup (SaaS) based in Philadelphia, United States, and Belgrade, Serbia.
Our product is an AI-powered revenue acceleration platform for companies in the manufacturing
and distribution industry. This platform organizes the company’s sales operations to upsell,
cross-sell, and increase profitability. Focusing on Manufacturing and Wholesale/Distribution
verticals allows SETVI to build deeply impactful tools and workflows.

Learn more at setvi.com

Job overview

We are looking for a Backend Developer with strong Node.js experience to join our growing
team. You'll play a key role in building scalable backend systems, designing APIs, and
collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. If you’re passionate
about clean code, best practices, and solving real-world problems with elegant solutions, we’d
love to meet you.

What you’ll do: 

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js
• Build scalable, high-performance systems and microservices
• Collaborate with front-end developers, designers, and product managers
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code
• Implement data storage solutions (SQL and/or NoSQL databases)
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and CI/CD workflows
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise

Your profile:

• 5+ years of experience in software development
• 3+ years of experience with Node.js in production environments
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript and asynchronous programming
• Experience with RESTful API design and development
• Familiarity with Express.js, NestJS, or similar frameworks
• Experience with databases such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
• Understanding of Git, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with authentication and authorization mechanisms (e.g., JWT, OAuth)
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Good communication and collaboration abilities

Nice to have:

• Experience with TypeScript
• Knowledge of microservices architecture
• Experience with message brokers (e.g., Azure Service Bus, RabbitMQ, Kafka)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

Perks of working at SETVI:

• Compensation above the industry average - because we want you to feel appreciated
• Work from anywhere - as long as you get the job done
• Opportunity to work on exciting projects at a growing startup company
• Monthly get-togethers with the local team
• Expand your knowledge and learn more about design, technology, and all things that
  spark your interest (Udemy courses)
• Referral bonuses

The selection process:

1. Submit your CV
2. HR interview (30 minutes)
3. Technical assignment (take-home task)
4. Interview with the dev team (1 hour)
5. Final interview with the CTO (45 minutes)