Job description
About DevelopmentNow
DevelopmentNow is an award-winning creative digital development agency based in Portland, OR. We are currently seeking a Full-Stack TypeScript Developer to work on contract.
We transform businesses through mobile, web, and emerging technology solutions. We have provided digital solutions for a variety of companies, including startups, agency partners, and enterprise Fortune 500 firms. Some of our recent clients include Kelly Services, Microsoft, BBDO, AT&T, Ogilvy, Manheim, Avery Dennison, and Time Warner Cable.
The Position
This is a fully-remote senior contract position. You must physically reside and work in the US. This full-stack role focuses on designing and building robust backend systems and APIs that power modern web applications. You will build scalable services, design clean APIs, and integrate with a variety of internal and third-party systems. You will also contribute to front end React code on occasion.
Responsibilities
Build scalable web applications by designing, building and maintaining high-performance, reusable, and reliable code
Design and build scalable backend services and APIs
Model and manage application data, integrations, and service architecture
Contribute to frontend features and UI improvements using React and NextJS as part of a full-stack development workflow
Collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams to ship new features across the stack
Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks, integration issues, and production bugs
Participate in code reviews and architectural discussions to maintain high engineering standards
Contribute to documentation and development workflows using tools like Jira and Confluence
Stay current with modern backend patterns, frameworks, and cloud technologies
Required Skills and Experience
A minimum of 5 years experience in professional software development
Experience with TypeScript and Node.js frameworks such as NestJS
Experienced with React or other modern frontend frameworks
Experience designing and consuming REST or GraphQL APIs
Experience building data models and integrating with databases and third-party services
Understanding of web architecture, API design principles, scalable system design, and patterns and best practices
Experience using APIs to integrate web applications with server side systems
Ability to understand business requirements and translate into technical requirements
Passionate about technology and willing to develop expertise
Experience using Git, CI/CD workflows, and modern development practices
Experience working in collaborative, agile engineering teams
Bonus Experience
Experience with Flutter, React Native, or other cross-platform mobile app frameworks
Experience with python-based APIs
Why DevelopmentNow?
Be part of our growing company where your contributions and ideas truly matter. We are a tight-knit team of technologists who enjoy solving problems and exploring emerging technology. We are committed to a work/life balance.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We work with community organizations like Epicodus and Girl Develop It to encourage the next generation of Portland technologists.
This position is remote.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.