Join a rapid growth, well-funded start up with a smart
and committed team building an exceptional, customisable solution
for law firms. Use your 3 years+ in backend engineering -Node.js
and TypeScript As the Backend Engineer you will build the APIs,
integrations, and data pipelines that power this dynamic start up's
automation platform. Build reliable, well-structured backend
systems that handle real-world complexity and compliance required
in law firm transactions. About the Role: Build and maintain
RESTful APIs powering the firm's automation workflows —
settlements, document processing, compliance checks Develop
integrations with the leading property registries, banking systems,
and legal practice management platforms Design and optimise
PostgreSQL database schemas, queries, and data access patterns
Implement data processing pipelines for document parsing,
validation, and automation Write comprehensive tests (unit,
integration, E2E) and maintain high code quality standards Work




with the security team to ensure all endpoints meet SOC 2 and
privacy compliance requirements Monitor and improve API
performance, reliability, and error handling Contribute to
technical documentation and API specifications About You: . 3+
years of backend engineering experience with Node.js and TypeScript
Strong PostgreSQL database design, query optimisation, and data
modelling skills Experience building RESTful APIs at scale with
comprehensive error handling and documentation Understanding of
data pipeline patterns, event-driven architectures, and async
processing Familiarity with AWS services and cloud-native
development patterns Experience with testing frameworks (Jest,
Vitest) and CI/CD pipelines Strong problem-solving skills,
attention to detail, and commitment to code quality Based in or
willing to relocate to Sydney or Melbourne, Australia

📌 Backend Engineer - Fast Growth Legal Tech / AI startup (New South Wales)
🏢 Novum Global
📍 New South Wales