Backend Developer (Node.js / Firebase) – Part-Time / Full-Time | Remote

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: TYPE OF WORK

Any

: SALARY

N/A

: HOURS PER WEEK

TBD

: DATE UPDATED

Apr 14, 2026

JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Backend Developer to support and enhance our existing applications running in a Node.js and Firebase environment on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). In this role, you will help maintain live systems, introduce new functionality, and ensure the backend infrastructure continues to operate efficiently and securely.

This opportunity is well suited for someone comfortable working with production systems and capable of making sound technical decisions when improving backend architecture.

Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and enhance backend services supporting live applications
- Develop and improve backend functionality using Node.js and Firebase
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs, cloud functions, and serverless components
- Evaluate system architecture and propose improvements when needed
- Monitor and improve system stability, performance, and security
- Handle deployments and maintain CI/CD pipelines and version control processes
- Work with the outgoing developer to ensure a smooth project transition
- Deliver ongoing updates, feature enhancements, and production support

Required Qualifications;
- 5+ years of backend development experience
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js and Firebase
- Experience deploying and managing applications on Google Cloud Platform
- Demonstrated experience building and maintaining REST APIs and serverless backend systems
- Experience managing production environments with a focus on performance, security, and reliability (Firebase Auth, IAM roles, HTTPS, JWT)
- Familiarity with Git-based version control systems such as GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket
- Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Cloud Build)
- Strong analytical thinking and ability to independently recommend technical improvements
- Clear English communication skills, especially when explaining technical approaches

Preferred Experience:
- Experience working with Firebase Cloud Functions or GCP Cloud Functions in serverless environments
- Familiarity with additional GCP services such as Cloud Run, Pub/Sub, or Cloud Storage
- Experience working with financial or fintech applications involving secure systems and transaction processing
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Firebase Analytics or GCP Logging/Monitoring
- Experience implementing secure authentication and authorization methods including OAuth or JWT
- Exposure to Terraform or similar infrastructure-as-code tools
- Experience managing staging and production environments and release processes
- Familiarity with API documentation tools such as Swagger or OpenAPI
- Experience guiding backend direction or mentoring developers during project transitions

Work Schedule:
- Part-Time (Approximately 20 hours per week)
- Full-Time (Available)
Flexible working hours between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Philippine Time

SKILL REQUIREMENT

Node JS Firebase

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Backend Developer (Node.js / Firebase) – Part-Time / Full-Time | Remote

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