Backend Engineer (Typescript and go), Contract to hire.

Overview of 66degrees

66degrees is an end-to-end AI transformation partner that guides enterprises from complex business challenges to clear, quantifiable outcomes. Our company is the culmination of several successful firms, each a leader in its own right in cloud, artificial intelligence, and data. This convergence of talent and expertise is how we help businesses reach their own "inflection point," where chaotic data becomes a strategic asset, complexity becomes clarity, and AI becomes an engine for growth. Our ultimate vision is to be the catalyst for a future where every business operates as an intelligent enterprise, with autonomous systems unlocking human potential.

At 66degrees, we believe in thriving through challenges and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way.

Overview of Role

We are seeking a versatile Backend Engineer to drive the modernization of our client backend microservices architecture on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). In this client-facing consulting role,you will play a key part in transforming core services using Node.js/TypeScript and Go.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable microservices on GCP.

• Collaborate directly with client stakeholders to gather requirements, communicate

technical strategies, and deliver high-impact solutions.

• Revamp existing backend systems to improve performance, reliability, and

maintainability.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate modern middleware and cloud

services.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in backend engineering using TypeScript and Node.js (Primary Skill).

• 2+ years of production experience working with Go (Secondary Skill).

• Experience building and deploying backend microservices on Google Cloud Platform

(GCP) is nice to have.

• Full availability to work within Mountain Time (MT) business hours.

66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class.

AI Transparency & Disclosure

As an AI transformation partner, 66degrees leverages intelligent solutions to enhance our recruitment experience. We utilize AI tools—including LinkedIn Recruiter’s Hiring Assistant and interview transcription technologies—to assist with sourcing, role analysis, and capturing interview highlights.

These tools augment our process, but we "Commit to Our Craft" by ensuring all final hiring decisions are made by our human Talent Team. By applying, you acknowledge the use of these technologies to help us "Win Together" in finding the best fit for our team.

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