Junior Back End Engineer (Raleigh)

About the Company Chekhub is a leading SaaS provider delivering clarity and efficiency to mission-critical operations. Our platform optimizes task management, resource allocation, and operational analytics to meet the evolving demands of modern industries. From a promising startup to a key player in the technology sector, Chekhub continues to expand its reach and capabilities, empowering data centers and operational teams worldwide. About the Role We're looking for a Junior Backend Engineer to help build and maintain the services behind Chekhub's platform. You'll work closely with senior engineers, product, and the front-end team to develop the APIs, data pipelines, and cloud services that mission critical teams rely on every day. This is a hands-on role for someone who is eager to learn and teaches themselves new skills, with mentorship and room to grow as the team scales. Responsibilities Build and maintain backend services and APIs that power Chekhub's platform. Collaborate with senior engineers through code reviews and pairing, following established architecture and engineering standards. Partner with front-end engineers and product to ship features end to end. Help investigate and resolve issues across services and data. Other tasks, duties, and responsibilities as assigned or as business needs require. Requirements 1+ years of experience in backend development (professional, internship, or substantial project work), ideally within a B2B SaaS environment. Working proficiency in Node.js and server-side JavaScript. Familiarity with MongoDB and Google BigQuery (or similar NoSQL and SQL databases). Experience building or consuming RESTful APIs, and using version control (Git). Basic understanding of authentication, authorization, and security best practices. Familiarity with AI tools for productivity (Claude, ChatGPT, or similar). Eager, self-driven learner who picks up new tools and technologies independently and thrives in a fast-paced, startup environment. Must be located in the Raleigh, NC area. Preferred Skills Exposure to Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and cloud-based services. Familiarity with CI/CD practices, Docker, or Kubernetes. Interest in or exposure to Google Vertex AI or other AI/ML platforms. A portfolio, GitHub, or personal projects showcasing backend work. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits, including 100% paid employee medical insurance. Mentorship and hands-on experience building scalable backend services as the team scales. A team that values creativity, speed, and getting things done. How to Apply Apply directly on LinkedIn, or Submit your resume to Chekhub is an equal opportunity employer. Chekhub