What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Stack Node.JS Backend Developer position at Hack/House?
Are you a magician in backend development, turning challenges into solutions that others deem impossible? Hack House is seeking a backend developer who’s not just experienced but truly a master of their craft—someone who thrives in an environment of complex infrastructure, scaling, and serverless architectures. Noobs and Script Kiddies need not apply—this position is for professionals who can deliver at the highest level, making the impossible possible.
Who We Are: Hack House builds in-house custom applications for various industries, including IoT, Entertainment, and Telecommunications. We’re a tight-knit, innovative team passionate about pushing boundaries and making things work that others think can't be done.
Our Tech Stack:
- Telecom: Asterisk/Freeswitch, SIP/VoIP
- Backend & Infrastructure: Node.js, PHP, AWS (Lambda, RDS, API Gateway, CloudFormation, EventBridge, ElastiCache)
- Databases: MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Redis, Memcached
- Serverless & Cloud: AWS Lambda, AWS RDS, AWS API Gateway, AWS CloudFormation, AWS ElastiCache
- Tools: GIT, Machine Learning/AI
Who We’re Looking For:
- A backend development magician who excels at creating powerful, scalable, and efficient backend applications
- Someone with 4 years of experience in building robust, scalable backend systems using Node.js and AWS services
- A pro at architecting and maintaining databases for high availability, clustering, and scaling with MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, and Redis/Memcached
- Strong understanding of serverless architectures, with hands-on experience scaling applications using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and CloudFormation
- Experience setting up and managing telecommunications infrastructure, with an understanding of SIP/VoIP protocols
- Networking expert with solid knowledge of TCP/UDP, Linux servers, and web server management, especially NGINX
- Familiarity with GIT for version control in collaborative team environments
- Bonus points if you’ve worked with Twilio SDK, Asterisk, Freeswitch, and Machine Learning/AI
Responsibilities:
- Architect and maintain scalable, high-performing backend systems
- Manage and optimize database infrastructure for performance, scalability, and availability
- Build serverless applications and infrastructure that scale efficiently on AWS
- Troubleshoot complex issues and implement creative solutions before they become problems
- Work closely with the team on server provisioning, automation, and infrastructure optimization
- Implement and oversee telecommunications solutions and web servers, ensuring seamless integrations
What You Bring:
- An ability to perform magic in backend development—creating solutions where others see roadblocks
- Creative ingenuity that drives you to go beyond the norm and build systems others say are impossible
- Passion for mastering your craft, constantly learning and refining your skills
- A collaborative attitude with a willingness to tackle any challenge, no matter how complex
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
- Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
- Retirement plans with company matching
- Unlimited PTO—because work-life balance is important to us
- A dynamic work environment that challenges you and rewards your creativity
If you’re ready to join a company where you can flex your backend development muscles and create real magic with your skills, Hack House is the place for you. Noobs and Script Kiddies need not apply—this is for the pros who can deliver top-tier results. Apply today and become a key player in making the impossible possible!