Senior Backend Engineer (Python & Node.js)

Ho Chi Minh

IT

Full-time

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Shape the Future of Global Health, from Vietnam πŸ‡»πŸ‡³

At the client, we’re building more than a health tracking platform. We’re transforming the way people understand and manage their health across global markets. If you’re looking for an opportunity with international impact, meaningful challenges, and a fast-growing environment where you can continuously learn and make a difference, this could be your next career move.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Backend Developer to join our early-stage venture on a full-time basis.

In this position, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining backend services, APIs, and deployment processes that power our global health-tech mobile platform.

If you’re reading this and thinking, “This sounds exactly like what I’m looking for — when can I get started?”, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Get

  • πŸ’° Competitive Compensation – Package offered based on your location and level of experience

  • πŸ’» Technology & Equipment – Access to the tools and equipment required to perform at your best

  • 🌱 Career Development – Opportunities to expand your skills and grow with the company

  • 🎯 Performance Bonus – Performance-based bonus paid quarterly

  • 🌴 Paid Leave & Public Holidays – Benefits vary depending on country and contract arrangement

  • 🏠 Hybrid Working (Vietnam Office Only) – Typically 3 days per week working from the office

  • πŸ› Meals & Refreshments (Vietnam Office Only) – Meals and refreshments provided

What You’ll Do

  • Make daily contributions to the codebase while maintaining a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and maintainability.

  • Identify and solve real user-facing challenges, including designing and implementing large-scale software components, systems, and features.

  • Develop, test, deploy, maintain, and continuously enhance backend services, particularly APIs supporting our native mobile applications.

  • Independently manage project priorities, timelines, and deliverables.

  • Investigate and resolve complex technical problems.

  • Work closely with other engineers and contribute to the development of the team through technical knowledge sharing and mentorship.

  • Help foster a strong culture of engineering quality, continuous improvement, and innovation across the organization.

What You’ll Need

  • Strong hands-on experience in Node.js and/or Python, with primary focus on Node.js.

  • Minimum 4 years of professional experience as a Software Engineer.

  • Excellent English communication skills, with professional-level fluency in both written and spoken English.

  • Hands-on experience with microservices architecture.

  • Experience with Python; exposure to LLM technologies such as Vertex AI or OpenAI API is a plus.

  • Experience working with NoSQL databases and data modelling.

  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and cloud infrastructure, particularly GCP and Docker.

  • Ability to conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to fellow developers.

  • Experience in a fast-moving startup environment involving rapid iteration, continuous deployment, and test-driven development.

  • A positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to take ownership and get hands-on when needed.

  • Strong bias toward action — you’re comfortable working in an environment with ambitious goals and are ready to contribute to getting things done.

Why Join the Client?

The client is a global, mission-driven startup with a strong product focus.

We’re creating technology designed to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, while fostering a culture built around trust, autonomy, continuous learning, and high performance.

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