Software Engineer, Backend | Product Engineering - US at trm-labs

Department: R&D

Compensation

$180,000 – $210,000/yr

Setup: Remote
Type: Full-time
Level: not_specified
Posted: Apr 7, 2026

Description

TRM Labs is hiring a Backend Engineer to build reliable, scalable software, public APIs, web applications, and services for its customers. The role involves translating customer needs into technical and product requirements, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, supporting internal business units, and contributing to project management and operational processes. The backend is built in Node.js, but prior Node.js experience is not required. The position requires US citizenship, offers a US base salary of $180,000–$210,000, and may include equity participation.

Required Skills

Backend APIs
Node.js
Postgres
Scalable systems
Project management
Cross-functional collaboration

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Experience designing and building scalable systems, web applications, APIs, and services
Understanding of relational and analytical databases, including Postgres
Experience translating customer needs into technical and product requirements
Experience collaborating in a cross-functional environment
Preferred Qualifications: Node.js experience is preferred but not required
Initiative, ownership, adaptability, and ability to navigate ambiguity
Strong problem-structuring and prioritization skills
Effective communication with technical and non-technical audiences
AI fluency