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Backend Engineer (Remote - Texas) at Jobgether. This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Perfict. We are currently looking for a Backend Engineer in Texas.. This role offers the opportunity to design and build highly scalable backend systems that power large-scale consumer-facing applications. You will work on high-performance APIs, optimize complex databases, and tackle engineering challenges under heavy traffic conditions. Collaborating closely with product, engineering, and leadership teams, you will influence system architecture and technical strategy. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast-paced, Agile environment and are motivated to mentor teammates while driving projects from conception to production. This position allows you to shape robust, reliable systems that directly impact millions of users and elevate the engineering excellence of the team.. . Accountabilities. . Design, architect, and implement robust backend services and APIs using Node.js, PostgreSQL, and Redis.. . Optimize SQL queries and database schemas to ensure high performance with large datasets.. . Build scalable and reliable systems capable of handling millions of daily users.. . Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and leadership teams on backend features and architecture.. . Identify and resolve technical debt; lead refactoring and infrastructure improvement projects.. . Participate in code reviews, deployment processes, and Agile ceremonies including standups and sprint planning.. . Mentor and support other engineers, promoting best practices and team-wide technical growth.. . Take ownership of projects and drive initiatives from concept to production.. . . 5–7+ years of professional backend software engineering experience.. . Strong proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript for backend development.. . Expertise with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases and complex SQL queries.. . Experience with high-volume, high-traffic consumer-facing platforms.. . Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices (AWS, GCP), including CI/CD and infrastructure as code.. . Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.. . Experience working in Agile environments and fast-paced startup settings.. . Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.. . . Company Location: United States.