Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js)

Note: The listed salary range is based on the salary range for the Netherlands. Salary ranges may vary by location. Join the team behind Tellent HR , our HRIS platform trusted by thousands of companies to manage the HR processes they rely on every day—from time off and attendance to employee data. These are business-critical workflows where reliability, scalability, and a great user experience matter. As a Senior Backend Engineer , you'll play a key role in evolving our platform while working alongside a collaborative product squad of engineers, a Product Manager, and QA. We're looking for a product-minded Senior Backend Engineer . Engineering depth is the job, but you'll ask "why?" before building, challenge requirements that don't serve the user, and work with your squad to find the best solution—not simply implement what's written in a ticket. You'll help shape technical decisions while partnering closely with your team to deliver real customer value. Your primary focus will be backend development in Node.js , with occasional opportunities to contribute to our React frontend when it helps deliver the best customer experience. We value engineers who are curious, collaborative, and comfortable stepping outside their primary area of expertise when needed. Your First Year at Tellent First 3 months: You'll get to know the team, our product, and the Time Off domain, where you'll begin contributing to improvements that thousands of customers rely on every day. Supported by experi