Job description
As a Backend Developer at Ask Phill, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining integrations with platforms such as Shopify. Your role involves crafting efficient backend solutions and APIs using Node.js, optimizing data flow, and ensuring smooth functionality even with extensive datasets. Your expertise will play a key role in upholding system reliability, addressing performance challenges, and delivering seamless e-commerce integrations.
Collaboration will be central to your success, as you’ll work closely with frontend developers to align backend functionality with user-focused designs. Your contributions will not only enhance system architecture but also keep the team at the forefront of tech innovation. Through brainstorming, code reviews, and the introduction of new ideas, you’ll play a crucial role in driving continuous improvement within a dynamic and forward-thinking team.
Most importantly, you are extremely passionate about coding with an a extraordinary attention to detail and precision.
Kindly note: This position is available to candidates based in the Netherlands or within the same time zone.
Benefits
Work with innovative global lifestyle brands
Macbook
28 annual holiday days & your birthday off
Pension plan
Lunch at the office
Unlimited access to the psychologists of OpenUp
Access to the financial advisors of Equip
Hybrid work environment: working 40% of your time at our office
Opportunity to work abroad for four weeks per year
Friday drinks
Central Amsterdam office
Travel reimbursement
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A culture that values diversity, innovation, and forward-thinking, all within a vibrant and supportive community.
Job Requirements
2+ Years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on Node.js.
Demonstrated proficiency in API development and effective data handling techniques.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and experience integrating third-party services.
Strong communication skills with fluency in English.
Proven ability to collaborate in team-oriented environments.
Comfortable working in fast-paced, client-focused settings.
Genuine passion for e-commerce and a commitment to staying current with emerging technologies.
Additional useful experience
Experience working with or knowledge of Shopify and its ecosystem.
Background in a digital agency or similar project-based environment.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and workflows.
Understanding of systems such as Product Information Management (PIMs), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERPs), and Order Management Systems (OMSs).
Working at Ask Phill
Our mission is to set the industry standard in the e-commerce industry and push boundaries, continuously evolving with the market. We embrace experimentation and new ideas to create the best e-commerce experiences.
We drive ourselves and the industry forward every day, innovating to make our clients stand out. We celebrate diversity and learn from each other. We are dedicated to building the next in commerce. If you’ve got the skills, energy, and ambition, we’d love you to join us!
The Team
You’ll join a young, diverse, vibrant, and energetic team of professionals who are passionate about what they do and eager to learn more. Our centrally located office in Amsterdam is always packed with friendly faces, warm food, and cold beer.
We believe that fostering a strong team spirit leads to better work. That’s why we frequently get together for innovation sessions, dinners, drinks, and parties. Collaboration is key here at Ask Phill, and we encourage our teams to work together on projects.
We’re excited to see how you can contribute to our team’s success and help us build the next in the e-commerce landscape!
