Backend Developer

Job description

As a Backend Developer at Ask Phill, you will design, build, and maintain complex integrations for enterprise clients using Shopify Plus. You'll create efficient backend solutions and APIs using Node.js, connecting Shopify with enterprise systems like ERPs, PIMs, and OMSs to ensure seamless data flow across platforms.

Working autonomously, you will take ownership of backend projects from technical design to deployment. You'll make architectural decisions independently, write clean and testable code, collaborate with frontend developers, and engage directly with enterprise clients when needed. As you grow in this role, you will evolve from technical execution toward strategic solution architecture, thinking holistically about client business challenges and end to end system design.

We expect you to actively use AI tools like Claude to write better code faster, troubleshoot complex issues, and elevate your thinking from implementation to strategy. If you thrive on building scalable backend architecture, want to grow into solution design, and are passionate about combining technical excellence with AI powered innovation, we can't wait to meet you!

Benefits

• Work with innovative global lifestyle brands like Patta, Obey, Tony’s Chocolonely and many more

• Macbook 

• 28 annual holiday days & your birthday off

• Pension plan

• Lunch at the office

• Salary range: € 50.000 - € 68.000 gross a year (depending on level of expertise).

• 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

• A culture that values diversity, innovation and forward-thinking, all within a vibrant and supportive community

Tools you'll use

Node.js, TypeScript, Express.js, REST APIs, GraphQL, Docker, CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI), MongoDB, PostgreSQL, AWS/GCP, Shopify Plus APIs, Shopify Flow, Claude and other AI coding assistants

Job requirements

• Minimum 3 years of backend development experience, with strong focus on Node.js

• Proficiency in API development (REST, GraphQL), databases (SQL and NoSQL), and data handling

• Experience using AI tools (Claude, Cursor, Copilot) to enhance workflow

• Experience with Shopify Flow and e-commerce automation

• Interest in understanding client business challenges alongside technical solutions

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment practices

• Strong communication skills with fluency in English

• Comfortable working independently and in fast paced, client focused settings

Additional useful experience

• Experience with Shopify Plus or enterprise e commerce platforms

• Digital agency or project based environment

• Enterprise systems (PIMs, ERPs, OMSs)

• TypeScript and modern JavaScript (ES6+)

Working at Ask Phill

We build the next. Our mission is to set new standards in the industry and push boundaries with every project. We embrace experimentation and new ideas to create the best e-commerce experiences.

How we work

We have a flat structure without traditional managers. Everyone owns their work, which means you have real autonomy and direct impact. You will take ownership of your projects, deliver what you promise, and communicate openly when challenges arise. We run peer-2-peer feedback cycles every few months where your colleagues help you develop, and mutual support is central to everything we do.

We embrace AI to work smarter so you can focus on creative and strategic work. You will be expected to explore AI tools and use them to expand what is possible. If you love learning, growing your expertise, and are passionate about what you do, you will feel at home here.

The Team 

You will join a young, diverse, and energetic team of professionals. Our centrally located Amsterdam office is full of friendly faces, warm food and cold baijiu.

We believe strong team spirit leads to better work. We frequently get together for Builder meetings, FIFA tournaments, dinners, drinks and parties. We work together across specialisms and projects, and you can reach anyone in the team without going through layers.

Every day, we drive ourselves and the industry forward, innovating to make our clients stand out.

Are you ready to build the next?