Nova is
the professional network that connects the most extraordinary talent in the world
. Unlike LinkedIn or other platforms, access to Nova is
100% merit-based
— all our members go through a rigorous selection process before joining.
We believe that
your professional success depends on your network
. Whether you're looking for a co-founder, a mentor, or peer support, Nova helps you achieve your goals through meaningful connections with equally ambitious individuals.
Today, our platform connects over
25,000 top professionals across 80+ countries
, from industries such as consulting, tech, investment banking, private equity, startups, and more.
And we’re just getting started. With the trust of companies like McKinsey, BCG, P\&G, Novartis, and Fever, and offices in Madrid and Milan,
we’re expanding fast across Europe
.
Your main responsibilities
Develop the backend
of our core platform, integrating with frontend and server-side logic
Connect with third-party APIs
and external systems
Implement secure, scalable and efficient data storage solutions
Write clean, reusable, and testable code
, reducing technical debt
Optimize performance and scalability
of the platform
Collaborate with product and design teams
to deliver impactful features
Work in a fully CI/CD-oriented environment
Requirements for this position
We’re looking for a
Backend Engineer (1-5 years of experience)
who is ambitious, growth-driven, and excited to sharpen both their
technical and business skills
. You'll join our
Product \& Technology team
, the beating heart of Nova, where we’re building the platform that connects the world’s brightest talent with life-changing opportunities.
This role is perfect for someone with a strong backend foundation, who is also curious about frontend technologies, and eager to grow in a
fast-paced, high-impact environment
.
1-5 years of experience
as a backend or full-stack developer
Strong proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js
Interest in modern architectural patterns
(Hexagonal, Clean, Onion, etc.)
Basic understanding of frontend frameworks
like React, Angular, or Vue
Experience with authentication and authorization
between systems
Familiarity with REST APIs
(bonus: GraphQL experience)
Solid grasp of best practices
(SOLID, DRY, Clean Code)
Experience with cloud providers
like AWS or Google Cloud (bonus: IaC)
Interest in ML, AI, or data-driven projects
Autonomous, entrepreneurial mindset and strong communication skills
Your compensation
Career acceleration
: take on real responsibilities and grow your technical and product skills fast
Business exposure
: work closely with our CTO and other Nova leaders
Strong product culture
: create tech that solves real-world problems at scale
Flexible, high-performance environment
: you own your time — results are what matter
Hybrid setup
: office in the center of Madrid + full remote option
Learning budget (3k€/year)
or stock options + 4k€ annual bonus
Competitive salary (37k–50k€ base, depending on experience)
Be part of a mission-driven company
with talent and merit at the core
Perks
: Payflow 💸, free Nova membership, and more
Languages
Required (fluent)
English
Spanish