About Vita Health
Vita Health is a dynamic startup in the health, nutrition, and fitness industry. Our innovative product has positively impacted the lives of over 130,000 people in our core market, and we are now eager to expand globally. Our mission is to enhance our presence in both B2C and B2B sectors, integrating into corporate welfare programs for large enterprises and SMEs. We aim to make individuals more conscious of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, demonstrating that dieting and exercising can seamlessly fit into daily routines. Using AI and algorithms, we create personalized diet and training plans that adapt continuously based on user progress. Our team of nutritionists and personal trainers guides users throughout their journey to help them reach their goals.
About The Role
At Vita Health, technology is central to our success. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will play a vital role in enhancing our product. Your responsibilities include:
* Contributing to technical direction and supporting team members to foster growth, accountability, and excellence.
* Designing and building scalable backend solutions using Node.js with TypeScript.
* Overseeing AWS infrastructure and contributing to DevOps practices such as CI/CD, monitoring, and cloud architecture.
* Improving backend estimations, technical planning, and collaborating on roadmaps.
* Designing and implementing authentication systems, payment integrations, and API services.
* Leading technical execution of our custom video infrastructure project.
* Ensuring backend performance, security, and reliability at scale.
* Collaborating with frontend, product, and design teams.
* Driving continuous improvements in workflows, code quality, and deployment processes.
We seek a Backend Engineer eager to be challenged, contribute to process improvements, and question the status quo.
Our Backend Technology Stack
* AWS services: EC2, Lambda, Cognito, SES, API Gateway, S3
* Serverless Framework
* ZOD
* PostgreSQL
* Node.js / Express.js
* TypeScript
* Git / GitLab
* RESTful APIs
What You’ll Bring
* Expertise in Node.js and TypeScript, with a strong understanding of scalable backend architecture.
* Experience building or integrating custom video platforms or media delivery systems (e.g., AWS Media, Mux).
* 5+ years of backend development experience.
* Familiarity with AWS cloud services, especially storage, compute, and user management (Cognito, S3, Lambda, API Gateway).
* Mastery of coding principles like DRY and SOLID.
* Proficiency in Agile Scrum methodologies.
* Degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, or equivalent experience.
* Quick-learning attitude, results-driven, adaptable to change.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote team environment.
* Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
* Fluent English proficiency.
Bonus Points
* Hands-on experience with CI/CD and DevOps workflows.
* Experience with Stripe, In-App Purchases, or dual payment models.
* Experience with AI/ML technologies or projects.
* Experience in startup or scale-up environments.
* Experience in a product-focused setting.
What We Offer
* €37,000 – €45,000 based on experience.
* Autonomy and flexibility: work from anywhere, with optional visits to our Milan office.
* Personalized learning budget and dedicated weekly learning time.
* A dynamic environment where your ideas influence strategy and product development.
* Leadership committed to your career growth.
* A unique opportunity to impact the health sector.
Recruiting Process
* Asynchronous assessment: evaluate reasoning, logic, and behavior in challenging situations.
* Assessment review: discuss your results and thought process.
* Technical evaluation: tailored to the role.
* Technical review: discuss your approach and solutions.
* Cultural fit interview: ensure alignment with company values.
Location: Senior Backend Engineer • Ancona, Italia
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