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Senior Software Engineer, Backend | Product Engineering

TRM LabsSouth AmericaR&D
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
13 Jun 2025
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

TRM Labs is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Backend to join the Product Engineering team remotely in South America. This position suits an adaptable, pragmatic developer who wants to build reliable, high-performance software utilized by customers worldwide to combat financial crime.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop backend APIs and scalable systems with a sharp focus on customer experience and overall performance.
Maintain and develop public APIs that fall under the comprehensive API Product suite.
Collaborate closely with various stakeholders to transform functional visions into clear, actionable roadmaps and deliverables.
Empower internal business units through shared engineering services, functionalities, and cross-functional partnerships.
Participate in an on-call rotation specific to internal tools, handling triage and customer support requests via dedicated Slack channels.

Requirements

Proven professional experience designing and building scalable web applications, systems, APIs, and services.
Solid working knowledge of storage systems, including relational databases such as Postgres, as well as analytical databases.
Demonstrated ability to identify customer pain points and successfully map their needs to technical and product requirements.
High degree of personal ownership, initiative, and the capability to navigate ambiguity while adapting rapidly to changing circumstances.
Exceptional problem-solving skills with a talent for prioritizing critical issues.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong collaboration skills for working cross-functionally across a diverse organization.

Skills and Tools

Node.js (prior experience is not strictly required as tools can be learned on the job)
Relational databases (Postgres)
Analytical databases
API design and development
Applied AI fluency for accelerating workflows and solving complex problems

About the Company

TRM Labs provides AI-powered intelligence solutions designed to help public and private sector agencies investigate and disrupt illicit activity and threat networks. Operating as a distributed-first company backed by major investors like Goldman Sachs, Bessemer, and Y Combinator, TRM values high velocity, intense ownership, and a mission-driven culture aimed at building a safer financial system for billions of people.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should review the job description thoroughly and apply directly through the official TRM Labs careers page to ensure the talent team receives the application.

Skills and tech stack

Node.js

Questions candidates ask

Is prior experience in Node.js required for this role?

No, prior experience in Node.js is not required. The company believes tools and languages can be learned on the job, though familiarity with backend development and storage systems is essential.

Where is the Senior Software Engineer, Backend position located?

This is a remote position based in South America, operating within a distributed team framework.

What are the timezone expectations for this role?

The team's timezone operates on a mix of EST and PST, requiring at least 6 hours of overlap with PST, specifically between 8 am and 2 pm PST.

What is the interview process like at TRM Labs?

The interview process typically includes a recruiter intro, a hiring manager discussion, a first-round focused on critical skills, a final round featuring 3 to 5 interviews on craft and problem-solving, and reference checks.

How should I submit my application?

You should apply directly through the official TRM Labs careers page to guarantee that your resume reaches the appropriate hiring and talent team.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official TRM Labs careers page.

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