Senior Backend Engineer

We’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join Smartly in Mexico City and help build the systems behind creative automation for some of the world’s largest brands. You’ll work on data-intensive backend systems, platform integrations, and increasingly AI-driven workflows.

Responsibilities

Own the design and delivery of new platform integrations from definition through production and ongoing operation; Design, build, monitor, and improve data-intensive backend services and distributed systems that support complex customer workflows at scale; Build reliable APIs and data pipelines with a focus on scalability, performance, maintainability, and operational quality; Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers to turn customer problems into clear technical solutions and product experiences; Make thoughtful technical decisions and trade-offs while maintaining a strong focus on customer value and sustainable engineering practices; Contribute to team practices including technical planning, retrospectives, design discussions, and collaborative problem-solving; Coach other engineers through technical discussions, feedback, code reviews, and the sharing of engineering best practices

Requirements

Strong backend engineering experience using modern technologies such as Node.js and TypeScript; Experience designing, building, and operating robust distributed web applications and backend services; A solid understanding of scalable system design, APIs, data-intensive services, and the practices required to run production systems reliably; The ability to take ownership of complex technical work and make pragmatic decisions that balance quality, maintainability, and delivery; A customer-focused approach to engineering, with an interest in understanding the problems behind the features you build and delivering meaningful value; Strong collaboration and communication skills, including the ability to support and coach other engineers; Ability to work from our Mexico City office one day per week

Benefits

Healthcare packages; Mental health services; Paid holidays; Family leave; Equity options; Performance-based rewards; Competitive compensation; Career development opportunities; Flexible hybrid workplace; Option to work abroad for up to 30 days annually