Talent Solutions Group Inc

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Senior Backend TypeScript Engineer – Node.js / GraphQL Remote | Chicago Area Preferred | Full-Time Permanent Talent Solutions Group is recruiting for a Senior Backend TypeScript Engineer for a growing technology organization developing sophisticated middleware and software solutions used across multiple platforms. This is a backend-focused engineering role for developers with strong, recent experience building production services using TypeScript and Node.js. The position can be 100% remote within the United States, although candidates in the Chicago area are preferred. What You'll Do • Design and develop scalable backend services using TypeScript and Node.js • Build platform-independent middleware and business logic • Design and develop GraphQL and REST APIs • Develop high-performance, maintainable software used across multiple platforms • Collaborate with engineering, product, testing, and business teams to define requirements and technical solutions • Design software using modern architecture principles including separation of concerns, high cohesion, low coupling, and SOLID principles • Optimize application performance, reliability, and security • Troubleshoot complex software and production issues • Participate in Agile development, continuous integration, testing, and deployment • Contribute to architectural decisions and the continued evolution of the company's software platform • Work independently while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing engineering team Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or closely related technical field required • 5+ years of professional software development experience • Strong recent experience developing backend applications with TypeScript • Strong professional experience with Node.js • Experience designing and building web-based APIs • Strong understanding of asynchronous programming • Experience with Git and modern software development practices • Understanding of operating system fundamentals • Strong software design and architecture fundamentals • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills • Stable employment history • Ability to work independently and contribute quickly in a senior-level development environment Preferred Experience • GraphQL development • RESTful API development • Distributed systems • Angular • C/C++ • Windows, Linux and macOS development environments • CI/CD • Unit and integration testing • Cross-platform middleware development What We're Looking For We're particularly interested in engineers who are backend TypeScript developers first. The ideal candidate has built production backend services using TypeScript and Node.js and understands how to design scalable, maintainable software—not simply someone whose TypeScript experience has primarily been front-end development. We're looking for self-starters who can understand complex systems, solve problems independently, and make an immediate contribution. This is a full-time permanent position with a comprehensive benefits package. Location Remote within the United States Chicago-area candidates are preferred but not required. Work Authorization Candidates must be authorized to work permanently in the United States without current or future sponsorship. No visa sponsorship available. No C2C or third-party candidates. All inquiries will be handled confidentially. Company Description We care about the success of each member of out team! We strive for long lasting partnerships where you can grow and expand your career.