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# Senior Software Engineer API - Node.js, SQL

- **Company:** NORDDEICH TV Produktions-GmbH
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Database Design, PostgreSQL, Node.Js, OAuth, Prometheus, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Grafana, Backend, Git, Information Technology, Extreme Programming, Mocha, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobsearch.createyourowncareer.com/talentcommunity/apply/1414414533/?locale=en_US

## About the Role

* 5+ years XP as Backend/API Developer in Node.js + TypeScript.
 * Legendary SQL & DB design skills (PostgreSQL = epic weapon).
 * ORM wisdom (knowing both the buffs and nerfs).
 * Strong in automated testing (jest/mocha, coverage quests).
 * Docker, Git, JavaScript, SQL - all mastered.

Nice-to-haves:

 * AWS, Grafana, Prometheus, Graylog.
 * Academic background (Computer Science, Software Engineering).
 * Leadership XP (professional, not disciplinary).

## Description

* Develop and maintain microservices that connect worlds (internal & external systems).
 * Command side quests (and sometimes the main questline) when the Tech Lead is away from keyboard.
 * Shape the team's strategy with your strong opinions and battle-tested experience.
 * Master the arts of authentication & authorization (OAuth, Auth0 integrations, specs reading = your spellbook).
 * Design & optimize SQL databases like a level 99 architect (bonus points for PostgreSQL mastery)., * Ownership over tickets: You're trusted with real responsibility, not just tasks. No unnecessary bureaucracy, no micromanagement - we rely on you to take things forward.
 * Build > Talk: We test what works - not what sounds good. Fail fast, learn faster.
 * High standards, low ego: We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. Direct feedback, honest collaboration, no drama.
 * Stay sharp: Hackathons, conferences, community - we invest in your growth and keep you at the cutting edge.
 * And yes - the fundamentals are covered too: 30 days of vacation + Dec 24 & 31 off, Smart Fridays (4 days week possible), mobility (Germany ticket & JobRad), sports & health offerings, mental health support, corporate benefits, RTL+ access, and more.


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