Principal Backend Engineer (Node.js / TypeScript, AWS) | DEPT® ARG

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world.

• You’ll develop complex apps that are making a material impact on the world and will be seen by millions of users
• You’ll develop using Node.js, React and/or Vue and a variety of other supporting technologies
• You’ll be a part of agile software development practices and peer/code reviews
• You’ll interface with clients. We estimate about 80% hands-on development and 20% client interaction & documentation
• Both learn new things from other DEPTsters as well as improve how we do things

• →Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions using NodeJS and Typescript.
• →Work extensively with AWS services, including Serverless Architecture, SQS, Lambda, and DynamoDB.
• →Investigate and define requirements for new features and projects, ensuring thorough understanding before delivery.
• →Contribute to an Agile team, participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• →Develop comprehensive automated unit and integration test suites to ensure code quality and reliability.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software engineering.

• NodeJS
• Typescript
• REST APIs
• Serverless Architecture
• AWS (SQS, Lambda, DynamoDB, CloudFormation)

• Experience setting up and maintaining projects using Projen and AWS CDK
• Solid experience working in an Agile team.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Strong investigative skills with the ability to determine requirements for successful project delivery.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software testing, including the ability to create automated unit and integration tests
• Vue / Nuxt or React / Next experience

• Creative Technologists – You appreciate design and user experience as much as clean code
• Client Empathy – You can translate between business goals and technical architecture
• Curiosity & Initiative – You keep up with new tools, challenge assumptions, and love to learn
• Collaborative Spirit – You value diversity of thought and the team effort behind great work

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. 

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At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

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