Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js)
ExpressVPNParis, Ile-de-France, France
Posted October 21, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
ExpressVPN is a leading VPN provider dedicated to enhancing online security and privacy. Offering robust cybersecurity solutions, including virtual private networks (VPNs), they empower users with digital freedom and protect data privacy. Distinctive in the industry through innovative research and user-centric design, ExpressVPN aims to build a safer digital world for its customers.
Job Description
Kape is a global cybersecurity company focused on protecting consumers' digital lives, operating as the owner of a leading VPN service. They are seeking a Senior Node.js Engineer to join their Payments & Marketing Tech team, building reliable and scalable backend systems with Temporal.io. The role involves designing and developing high-performance backend services, optimizing the payment lifecycle, and integrating with various marketing and affiliate platforms.
Requirements
- 5+ years of backend development experience with Node.js
- Hands-on experience with Temporal.io or other workflow orchestration tools
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed system design
- Proven experience working with payment systems, subscriptions, or marketing tech stacks
- Skilled in designing and integrating APIs, handling asynchronous communication, and managing vendor services
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS), Docker, CI/CD
- Strong sense of ownership and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives
Benefits
- Flexible remote-first work culture
- Strong support for personal development
- Excited to join a team where tech drives growth
