Full Stack Engineer – SaaS Company
Work Arrangement:
Remote, CET time zone overlap required
Job Type:
Full-time, Contractor
Work Schedule:
40 hours per week, with core hours between 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM CET
Locations:
Remote
About Pearl Talent
Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.
Hear why we exist, what we believe in, and who we’re building for: Watch here
Why Work with Us?
We’re not just another recruiting firm—we focus on placing candidates with exceptional US and EU founders who prioritize the long-term success of their team members. We also provide retention bonuses at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, as well as community-driven benefits like an annual retreat.
About the Company
The company is an interior design SaaS startup that creates software to help designers increase efficiency, enhance customer experience, and grow their income. Their SaaS platform empowers designers to provide turn-key solutions with minimal overhead, primarily serving founder-led small to medium-sized design agencies in Europe.
Role Overview
As a Full Stack Engineer, you’ll play a key role in developing and scaling the platform, ensuring it is highly performant, user-friendly, and architected for long-term growth. You’ll work closely with the product team and leadership to execute deployable functionalities while delivering clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
Your Impact
Your work will directly shape the functionality and user experience of a growing SaaS product, helping interior designers streamline operations and increase their business efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Platform Development Optimization
- Develop maintain scalable full-stack solutions
- Build responsive front-end interfaces (React/NextJS)
- Architect robust back-end solutions (MedusaJS, Node.js)
- Translate Figma designs into functional components
Technical Architecture Code Quality
- Design efficient database structures (SQL/NoSQL)
- Write clean, maintainable code conduct code reviews
- Optimize applications for performance scalability
Product Launch Integration
- Implement third-party APIs payment gateways
- Support feature deployment bug resolution
Collaboration Stakeholder Support
- Align with leadership on technical priorities
- Provide progress updates technical insights
Testing Security
- Conduct unit, integration, end-to-end testing
- Implement security measures monitor performance
Immediate Tasks (Week 1)
- Review codebase architecture
- Align with leadership on roadmap priorities
- Start feature improvements bug fixes
- Set up development tools workflows
- Identify quick optimization wins
Requirements
Must-Have:
- 3+ years of full-stack development experience
- Proficiency in React/NextJS (front-end) Node.js, TypeScript, MedusaJS (back-end)
- Strong database experience (PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
- Experience with Git, RESTful APIs, third-party integrations
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines cloud services
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience in SaaS startups or platforms for creative professionals
- Strong problem-solving debugging skills
- Familiarity with payment gateway integrations security protocols
Who Thrives Here?
- Proactive, self-motivated, and organized
- Strong communicator collaborator
- Adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable in a fast-moving environment
- Passionate about building impactful products
Who Might Struggle?
- Needs constant guidance supervision
- Prefers rigid structures over startup flexibility
- Poor written communication skills
- Writes inefficient, disorganized code
Tech Stack Tools
- Front-end: NextJS
- Back-end: Node.js, MedusaJS, TypeScript, Supabase SDK
- Database: PostgreSQL
- Version Control: GitHub
- Project Management Communication: Basecamp
- CI/CD Hosting: Vercel, Railway, Google Cloud
Benefits
Compensation Package
Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere
Generous PTO: 14 days PTO per year, in addition to public holidays and sick leave
Direct Mentorship: Grow through guidance from industry experts
Learning Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
Global Networking: Work and connect with professionals around the world
Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours that support a healthy work-life balance
Our Recruitment Process
- Application
- Screening
- Short call take-home test project
- Technical interview
- Job offer
- Onboarding
Ready to Join Us?
If this role aligns with your skills and career goals, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl Talent!
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