Our Engineering team ensures Code and Theory delivers scalable, high-performance, web applications that delight users. We always strive to balance the demanding nature of working on cutting-edge technologies with the real-world demands of high-performance web applications. Working in collaboration with our multi-disciplinary engineering, design, and quality assurance teams, you will build software that solves real-world problems for incredible clients.

Our Back-end Engineers partner with our cross-functional teams to identify and implement innovative technologies that ensure server-side applications are robust, secure, efficient, and drive business growth.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Manage, maintain and enhance multiple content management platforms like Contentful, Sanity, WordPress etc.
• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js and associated frameworks like ExpressJS, NestJS or other frameworks
• Deploy, manage, and scale backend services on cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Work with NoSQL databases like MongoDB or RDBMS such as MySQL to design efficient data models and optimize queries
• Design and implement microservices architecture to ensure scalability and reliability of backend systems
• Utilize Docker for containerization to ensure consistency across development, testing, and production environments
• Work with any Content Management System (CMS) to integrate and manage backend services
• Collaborate with frontend developers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and delivery of features
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices in software engineering
• Contribute to the development of content strategies, including content audits, workflows, and publication schedules
• Serve as the go-to person for all content management needs within the organization
• Train staff or team members on CMS usage, content creation workflows and best practices

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• 7+ years of professional experience in backend software development
• Hands-on experience with any one of the following CMS: Word Press Gutenberg, Contentful or Sanity
• Experience in building headless CMS implementations
• Experience with TypeScript for building robust, maintainable code
• Working knowledge in Node.js and experience with Node.js frameworks like ExpressJS
• Strong experience in designing and implementing GraphQL APIs
• Proficiency in designing and developing APIs
• Experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB or RDBMS like MySQL
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
• Experience in optimizing transaction workflows
• Experience with caching and performance tuning
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical decision-making
• BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

NICE TO HAVE

• Understanding of serverless architecture
• Knowledge of Kubernetes for container orchestration
• Experience with Docker for containerization
• Experience using data streaming solutions (Redis, Kafka etc.)
• Experience with Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Exposure to cross-functional teams (Design, Product Management, QA, etc.

ABOUT US

Born in 2001, Code and Theory is a digital-first creative agency that sits at the center of creativity and technology. We pride ourselves on not only solving consumer and business problems, but also helping to establish new capabilities for our clients. With a global client roster of Fortune 100s and start-ups alike, we crave the hardest problems to solve. With a remote-first approach to our people, we have teams distributed across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. The Code and Theory global network of agencies is growing and includes Kettle, Instrument, Left Field Labs, Mediacurrent, Rhythm, and TrueLogic.

Striving never to be pigeonholed, we work across every major category: from tech to CPG, financial services to travel & hospitality, government and education to media and publishing. We value the collaboration with our client partners, including but not limited to Adidas, Amazon, Con Edison, Diageo, EY, J.P. Morgan Chase, Lenovo, Marriott, Mars, Microsoft, Thomson Reuters, and TikTok.

The Code and Theory network comprises nearly 2,000 people with 50% engineers and 50% creative talent. We’re always on the lookout for smart, driven, and forward-thinking people to join our team.