Backend TypeScript Engineer, Wander

• 3+ years of professional development experience with TypeScript and Node.js
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles
• Proficiency in working with PostgreSQL and ORMs (we use Prisma)
• Experience with LLM APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic) and their integration into backend systems
• Familiarity with prompt engineering and LLM fine-tuning concepts
• Experience with Redis for caching and session management
• Familiarity with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with monorepo structures and build systems (we use Yarn, Nx, and Turbo)
• Familiarity with cloud services, preferably AWS
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in an async environment
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines

Desirable

• As a Backend TypeScript Engineer focusing on Core Services at Wander, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining the critical backend systems that power our innovative travel platform
• You'll work on challenging projects that directly impact our users' experiences and help us scale our rapidly growing business
• Design, implement, and optimize RESTful APIs using TypeScript and Node.js
• Develop and maintain core business logic and data models
• Optimize database queries and improve overall system performance
• Collaborate with frontend teams to ensure seamless integration
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to our monorepo structure
• Integrate LLM-powered features to enhance user experiences and backend operations
• Develop APIs and services to interact with LLM models efficiently
• Implement robust error handling and logging mechanisms
• Contribute to the design and implementation of new features and services
• Assist in the evolution of our backend architecture to meet scaling demands
• Write clean, documented, and well-tested code
• Stay updated with the latest backend technologies and best practices