Senior Fullstack Engineer (Backend-Focused) – Subrite
We build media technology for newsrooms and creators. If you're brilliant at backend or fullstack, join us.
| Fullstack | Backend
Are you an experienced, but still hungry engineer, passionate about building products? Whether your expertise lies in architecting robust backend systems, payment and memberships, or seamlessly connecting to the front end, we have a place where you can help revolutionize the media industry.
Subrite is establishing its domestic engineering team for the Subrite publishing and membership-solutions, and we're seeking talented developers across the technical spectrum.
About Us
Subrite is a technology startup founded in 2023, empowering the new generation of content creators. We are building a suite of publishing and membership solutions targeting the creator economy and digital-first newsrooms. Starting sales last winter, we have more than 15 clients, serving more than 300 000 end users (150 000 paying) Subrite is 100% owned by Skavl Media, an investment company focusing on media technology and niche media.
The role
We need an experienced engineer who can architect scalable backend systems and build across our product suite. You'll own features end-to-end, work independently, and mentor our junior developers.
The role is primarily backend-focused (Node.js, NestJS, PostgreSQL) with regular Next.js frontend work - you'll touch everything from APIs to user interfaces. If you enjoy building diverse features and designing clean architectures that tie multiple systems together, this could be a great fit.
We need you to have:
- 5+ years building production web applications
- Strong backend architecture experience - designing scalable APIs and data models
- Deep experience with Node.js and PostgreSQL
- Proven ability to work independently and own features end-to-end
- Strong TypeScript skills
We'd love if you have:
- Experience building and integrating multiple product features/modules within a platform
- Experience mentoring or guiding junior developers
- Understanding of Redis and caching strategies
- Solid grasp of modern React/Next.js - able to deliver frontend features with support
- Experience with NestJS or similar structured Node.js frameworks
- Comfortable working across diverse problem domains (billing, content management, communications, etc.)
Cherry on top:
- Experience building mobile apps with React Native
- Experience with Sanity.io or similar headless CMS platforms
- Previous experience with subscription, billing, or payment systems
- Background in media, publishing, or SaaS platforms
- Familiarity with Cloudflare, Vercel, or edge computing platforms
Ready to help shape the future of media technology?
Apply now by sending your CV and a short note about your experience to alexander@skavl.no - we’d love to hear from you.