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Junior Backend Engineer (node.js / Remote / SaaS)

  • Remote
    • Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
  • €38,000 - €58,000 per year
  • Product

Job description

Ready to own it, build it, and grow it?

About us:

We are Publitas! We’re a remote-first, fast-growing SaaS company helping brands turn static content into digital discovery experiences that drive results.

We’re not about busywork, hierarchy, or hand-holding. We hire sharp minds, trust them fully, and measure success by real results, not noise. If you thrive in autonomy, challenge, and high ownership, you’ll love it here.

This role is for you if you… 

  • Get excited by taking ownership and figuring things out proactively

  • Thrive in a remote, async, fast-paced environment

  • Are striving to deliver impact, not just running tasks

  • Think in systems but execute with creativity

  • Are direct, collaborative, and have a growth mindset

This role is NOT for you if you…

  • Need layers of process or someone to constantly tell you what to do

  • Prefer “business as usual” over change

  • Want a team where mediocre is okay

  • Have never worked remotely and think async means “lonely”

  • Are waiting for permission instead of taking initiative

Job requirements

The work you’ll do…

Take ownership by:

  • Collaborating with a cross-functional team (Product, Design, Engineering) to build and improve backend features.

  • Supporting the development and maintenance of scalable backend services using Node.js.

  • Assisting in improving the performance, reliability, and stability of our platform.

  • Writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.

  • Monitoring, debugging, and resolving issues with guidance from senior team members.

  • Learning our systems, tools, and best practices while actively contributing to team discussions.

This challenge will suit you if:

  • You have 1–2 years of experience building web applications using Node.js (JavaScript/TypeScript).

  • You have a basic understanding of backend concepts such as APIs, databases, and system design.

  • You are eager to learn and can break down problems with support from more experienced engineers.

  • You are comfortable working in a remote, async environment and take responsibility for your work.

  • You are a clear communicator in English and open to feedback and continuous improvement.

Bonus:

  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).

  • Exposure to databases (SQL or NoSQL).

  • Basic understanding of REST APIs and/or microservices.

  • Interest in data processing or scraping pipelines (relevant to your current project shift).

  • Some exposure to frontend technologies (React) is a plus but not required.

What We Provide to Help You Win…

  • A competitive salary

  • 25 vacation days + your local national holidays

  • A top-tier MacBook and remote-ready gear

  • Monthly wellness budget to invest in your health

  • Co-Working allowance

  • Events, training, or courses that directly and primarily contribute to your work at Publitas

  • Free books on Kindle and Audible

  • Free Publitas Swag (merchandise)

How to Apply…

We don’t ask for CVs or cover letters. Why? Because they rarely tell us who you are or what you’re truly great at.

Instead, we ask smart questions and give you a chance to show us what you’d bring to the role.

No fluff. Just real insight into what it’s like to work together.

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