hopae - Software Engineer - hConnect

Remote - Anywhere2mo ago

Remote Mid WW Cloud Computing Software Software Engineer Node.js TypeScript Docker AWS Kafka

Requirements

• We value skills and potential over a simple list of technologies. We are looking for someone with the following capabilities: • Proactive Problem-Solving: Ability to go beyond assigned tasks, understand business goals, propose better solutions, and drive improvements independently. • Navigating Ambiguity: Comfortable finding the best path forward in undefined situations and collaborating with teammates to define solutions. • Deep Technical Curiosity: Goes beyond simply using frameworks; explores how technologies work at their core and makes them their own. • Transparent Communication and Collaboration: Shares progress and blockers openly with the team, listens actively to peers, and works toward better outcomes together. • Strong Fundamentals: Solid understanding of Node.js and TypeScript, with at least 2 years of backend development experience. • Depth in Specific Technologies: Strong CS fundamentals and hands-on mastery of at least one technology. • Authentication Protocol Experience: Practical experience with OpenID Connect, OAuth 2.0, JWT, and Access Token flows. • 0-to-1 Product Experience: Built early-stage products and learned from scaling them to meet business goals. • Understanding of Client Environments: Especially experience addressing compatibility challenges across browsers and mobile platforms. • Commitment to Code Quality: Experience with test automation and efforts to continuously improve code quality. • Large-Scale Traffic Handling: Designing and operating architectures that support high-volume traffic. • API Gateway / PaaS / SaaS Development Experience. • Experience with Docker, RabbitMQ/Kafka, and cloud environments (AWS/GCP). • Language: Node.js, TypeScript • Framework: Nest.js • Database: MySQL, MongoDB • API: RESTful APIs, WebSocket, GraphQL, OAuth2/OIDC • DevOps & Container: Docker, GitHub Actions, AWS CodePipeline • Cloud & Monitoring: AWS, GCP, AWS CloudWatch • Collaboration: Slack, Notion, Figma • 💰 $6.5M+ raised from top global investors • 📦 2.6M+ downloads of our sd-jwt-js library • 🌍 10+ nationalities across 3 hubs • 🔬 82 eID research projects completed • 🌐 3 projects accepted into the OpenWallet Foundation

Responsibilities

• As a Software Engineer, your code will form the foundation that protects and connects the digital identity of users around the world. • Design and Develop Global Authentication Platform: Build and maintain the core backend systems and high-availability infrastructure of the hConnect platform. • Integrate with Diverse Identity Systems: Develop and extend modules that integrate with national electronic ID (eID) systems and external identity services worldwide. • Build Scalable Systems: Ensure stability while progressively improving systems to handle future traffic growth and feature expansion. • Design Flexible and Scalable APIs: Develop and maintain reliable APIs that enable seamless integration with internal services and external partners. • Foster a Strong Code Culture: Collaborate with teammates through code reviews, write clean and maintainable code, and help establish a culture of engineering excellence.

Benefits

• Global DNA: Work with exceptional peers across Seoul, Paris, and San Francisco • High Impact: Build technology shaping the global trust and identity landscape • Ownership Culture: No micromanagement — full trust, full accountability • Elite Standards: Work fast, learn fast, and grow with world-class peers • Inclusive & Respectful: 10+ nationalities, diverse perspectives, one vision • Growth Mindset: Access mentorship, leadership visibility, and continuous learning • Unlimited PTO • Remote-friendly work model • Real ownership from Day 1 • High-impact, global product • Multicultural, respectful team • 🧭 INTERVIEW PROCESS • 1. Recruiter Intro Call (30 min) – Get to know Hopae • 2. Functional or Technical Interview (45 min) – Dive into your skills • 3. Culture Fit Conversation (45 min) – Collaboration & alignment • Note: The process may vary slightly depending on the role.