Senior Software Engineer (Node.js, GCP)

Why Join Exadel

We’re an AI-first global tech company with 25+ years of engineering leadership, 2,000+ team members, and 500+ active projects powering Fortune 500 clients, including HBO, Microsoft, Google, and Starbucks.

From AI platforms to digital transformation, we partner with enterprise leaders to build what’s next.

What powers it all? Our people are ambitious, collaborative, and constantly evolving.

About the Client

Germany's most popular learning platform for school and training, with over 2 million users monthly. Now, the Client is increasingly active in the training and further education sector, partnering with over 200 companies such as Deutsche Bahn, Sparkasse, Brillux, DIHK, and many more.

Project Tech Stack

Node.js, TypeScript, Terraform, GCP, Firestore, Algolia

What You’ll Do

• Execute the technical migration of our CMS from Firestore to a headless CMS, including schema design, data transformation, and import tooling
• Re-implement core functionality currently handled in our content-renderer microservice (e.g., asset enrichment, topic structuring, story rendering)
• Design and implement CMS lifecycle hooks or webhooks to support downstream systems and custom functionality, e.g. search indexing with Algolia
• Define and implement a caching strategy suitable for read-heavy production traffic
• Collaborate closely with our Backend Lead to validate designs, review code, and ensure alignment with architectural goals

What You Bring

• 5+ years of backend engineering background, using Node.js with Typescript and clean architecture
• Strong experience with NoSQL (Firestore) and relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL)—especially schema migration and transformation tasks
• Understanding of API design, caching, and high-performance content delivery
• Comfort with asynchronous, event-driven systems (e.g., via Pub/Sub or webhooks)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure automation (e.g., CI/CD, Terraform, Docker)

Nice to have

• Experience working with Python, practical experience with headless CMS platforms and their customization capabilities, Algolia, CDN caching strategies, integrating AI tools and pipelines

English level

Intermediate

Legal & Hiring Information

• Exadel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion across minority, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, and more
• Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
• Please note: this job description is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on business needs

Your Benefits at Exadel 

Exadel benefits vary by location and contract type. Your recruiter will fill you in on the details.

• International projects
• In-office, hybrid, or remote flexibility
• Medical healthcare
• Recognition program
• Ongoing learning & reimbursement 
• Well-being program
• Team events & local benefits 
• Sports compensation 
• Referral bonuses 
• Top-tier equipment provision

Exadel Culture

We lead with trust, respect, and purpose. We believe in open dialogue, creative freedom, and mentorship that helps you grow, lead, and make a real difference. Ours is a culture where ideas are challenged, voices are heard, and your impact matters.

Client-provided location(s): Ozorków, Poland

Job ID: 5557584004

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-11T18:32:51