Lead Backend Developer (NYC – Hybrid)

Location: New York City (Flatiron District, Manhattan)
Work model: Hybrid – 2 days on-site, 3 days remote
Start: ASAP
Type: Full-time, permanent (W2)

Role Summary

Our client is hiring a Lead Backend Developer to take technical ownership of backend services for a client-facing platform. This is a hands-on senior role involving architecture, API development, and collaboration with frontend, DevOps, and product teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable REST APIs using Node.js/TypeScript or Java
  
• Own backend architecture and contribute to technical decisions
  
• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases
  
• Ensure code quality through reviews, testing, and documentation
  
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and stakeholders
  
• Support CI/CD, containerization, and cloud deployment
  
• Mentor junior developers (if applicable)
  

Technical Requirements

• 5+ years of backend development experience
  
• Strong production experience with Node.js (TypeScript) or Java (Spring Boot)
  
• Experience with backend frameworks (NestJS, Express, Spring Boot, etc.)
  
• Database experience (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, etc.)
  
• API documentation (Swagger / OpenAPI)
  
• Familiarity with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)
  
• Git-based workflows
  

Nice to Have

• Microservices experience
  
• DevOps exposure (CI/CD, containers)
  
• Some frontend familiarity
  
• Experience working in consulting or client-facing environments
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: ~$150,000 (negotiable)
  
• Bonus: Up to 10% annually
  
• 401(k) with company match
  
• $600/month health insurance allowance

To Apply

Send your resume in confidence to claudelle@cbsmartrecruit.com and include the following information in your email:

• Current location

• Salary expectations (approximate range is fine)

• Work authorization status in the United States (please specify if you require or will require sponsorship)
• One or two sentences highlighting your key strengths or why this role aligns with your experience

Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.
A signed NDA will be required before further client details are shared.