Staff (NodeJS) Software Engineer
Role summary
Callibrity is seeking a Staff (Node.js) Backend Software Engineer to join their custom software development consulting team. This role involves leading by example, acting as a subject matter expert, and guiding technical direction for clients. The engineer will design, build, and maintain scalable APIs and distributed systems using Node.js, with exposure to event-driven architecture and messaging systems. Responsibilities include client advisory, collaborating with teams, mentoring peers, and aligning technical solutions with business goals. The ideal candidate has 5-8+ years of backend experience, a strong focus on Node.js and API development, and a consulting mindset.
Callibrity is a developer owned and managed custom software development consulting company that is dedicated to creating quality software using modern technologies and adding unquestionable business value to companies across multiple industries and verticals. We are problem solvers...people who like a challenge and enjoy working with modern tech stacks. We offer an incredibly collaborative culture and enjoy solving complex problems with our clients.
As a Staff (NodeJS)Backend Software Engineer, you are a leader by example, a subject matter expert in backend development, and you help guide strategic technical direction for our clients. You will work closely with client stakeholders and Callibrity team members to design and deliver scalable, high-performing APIs and distributed systems.
This role is heavily focused on Node.js and API development, with exposure to event-driven architecture and messaging systems (NATS is a plus). You will be part of a Callibrity-led team delivering outcomes — not just filling a seat.
Senior/Staff Engineers at Callibrity thrive in consulting environments — bringing technical expertise, ownership, and strong communication to every engagement.
## Responsibilities:
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients and a thought leader in backend architecture
- Design, build, and maintain scalable APIs using Node.js
- Contribute to event-driven and distributed system design (NATS or similar messaging systems)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions
- Mentor, train, and upskill Callibrity peers and client team members
- Understand and align technical solutions to business goals and outcomes
- Communicate complex backend and system design concepts clearly
- Proactively identify challenges and recommend scalable, maintainable solutions
- Demonstrate and promote best practices in software development (Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, Test Automation, TDD)
- Stay current with emerging backend technologies and architectural patterns
- Thrive in a collaborative, team-based consulting environment
- Build strong client relationships and deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes
## Requirements:
- 5–8+ years of backend development experience with a strong focus on Node.js
- Strong experience designing and building APIs and microservices
- Experience with distributed systems and asynchronous/event-driven architecture
- Familiarity with messaging systems (NATS preferred, Kafka/RabbitMQ acceptable)
- Strong consulting mindset with confidence in making technical recommendations
- Professional experience in corporate IT and/or consulting environments
- Experience with Git / GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and modern development workflows
- Experience working in Agile environments
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
## Preferred:
- Experience with NATS or similar lightweight messaging systems
- Experience with .NET (C#), Java, or Python in backend environments
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience with high-scale or real-time systems
- Exposure to full-stack environments or frontend collaboration
- Successfully complete Callibrity's HackerRank and Code Pairing challenges
- Strong interpersonal skills: influencer mindset, professionalism, accountability
- Passion for learning and continuous improvement
- Team-first mentality ("us, not them")
- Embodies Callibrity's Core Values
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
## Benefits of Being a Callibrity Consultant:
- Health/Vision/Dental insurance effective first day of employment
- 401k match vested immediately
- Profit Sharing Bonus
- Annual professional development stipend ($1,500)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid bench time
- Paid flex time for training, blogging, speaking engagements, and thought leadership
- Paid time off (2–5 weeks depending on level) + 8 holidays
- Competitive industry salary
- Lunch and learns
- Team building events
- Small company feel with the stability of a proven business model
- High employee retention and satisfaction (One of Cincinnati's Best Places to Work!)
- Strong work-life balance