We are looking for a Lead TypeScript+Node.js Developer for an internal platform team delivering a Backstage.io portal and software catalog. You will shape standards, integrate ELK, JIRA Service Desk, and Jenkins/CICD into Backstage, and enable Terraform execution while working across distributed teams—apply now.
Responsibilities
-
Define frontend architecture decisions, including component structure, state management, TypeScript standards, and performance
-
Practice spec-driven development by starting each feature from a spec and keeping implementations traceable to it
-
Lead technically by reviewing code, setting frontend standards, and mentoring other engineers
-
Integrate ELK entities into the Backstage catalog
-
Add Backstage extensions and templates and create render scripts
-
Implement a capability to run Terraform scripts
-
Connect JIRA Service Desk capabilities into Backstage
-
Integrate Jenkins/CICD capabilities into Backstage
-
Coordinate independently with distributed, cross-functional teams
Requirements
-
Proven experience with 5+ years in Node.js backend development
-
Deep expertise in TypeScript for production-grade services
-
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, web application hosting, and deployment
-
Ability to work independently with distributed, cross-functional teams
-
Practical proficiency with AI coding assistants like GitHub Copilot or Claude Code, including Agents, Skills, MCP, and AI productivity workflows
-
English proficiency at B2+ (Upper-Intermediate) level
Nice to have
-
Working familiarity with GitHub Copilot AI-assisted development, including agents, skills, and MCP
-
Experience with spec-driven development frameworks such as SpecKit or BMAD
-
Exposure to developer portals, platform engineering, or internal tooling
-
Knowledge of ELK Stack
-
Familiarity with Backstage.io and Terraform
We offer
-
International projects with top brands
-
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
-
Healthcare benefits
-
Employee financial programs
-
Paid time off and sick leave
-
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
-
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
-
Global career opportunities
-
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
-
EPAM Employee Groups
-
Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
