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Software Engineer (Taipei)

Nitra

臺南市, Tainan, TaiwanHybridFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 3mo agoVerified open 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
臺南市, Tainan, TaiwanHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Nitra is hiring a Software Engineer (Taipei). Nitra is seeking a Software Engineer to build and maintain backend services and APIs for its fintech and healthcare software products. The role involves writing clean, scalable JavaScript, collaborating with senior engineers on system architecture and database design, and participating in code reviews. The engineer will support cross-functional teams by translating product requirements into technical solutions and owning tasks end-to-end.

Key focus areas include Build and maintain backend services and APIs that support Nitra's fintech and healthcare software products, Write clean, well-structured JavaScript (and other relevant languages) to deliver reliable, scalable features, and Collaborate closely with senior engineers to understand system architecture and relational database design.

Successful candidates bring 3+ Years Software Engineering Experience, Degree From Top Engineering University, and On‑Site 4 Days/Week In Taipei. Important skills include JavaScript, Relational Databases, System Design Principles, Communication, Growth Mindset, and Ownership And Accountability. Preferred (not required): Backend Services, API, Code Reviews, and Additional Programming Languages.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

JavaScriptRelational DatabasesSystem Design PrinciplesCommunicationGrowth MindsetOwnership and AccountabilityCollaborative SpiritBackend ServicesAPICode ReviewsAdditional Programming Languages

Qualifications

3+ Years Software Engineering ExperienceDegree From Top Engineering UniversityFluent EnglishFluent MandarinInterest in Early-Stage StartupDrive to Thrive in Fast-Paced EnvironmentWillingness to Work on-Site 4 Days Per Week in TaipeiAccommodate Nightly Calls Across Time Zones

Full job description

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Building and maintaining backend services and APIs that support Nitra's fintech and healthcare software products

  • Writing clean, well-structured JavaScript (and other relevant languages) to deliver reliable, scalable features

  • Collaborating closely with senior engineers to understand system architecture and relational database design

  • Participating in code reviews, contributing to best practices, and continuously improving code quality

  • Supporting cross-functional teams by understanding product requirements and translating them into technical solutions

  • Working across time zones, including availability for nightly calls when collaborating with global teammates

  • Owning assigned tasks end-to-end — flagging blockers, communicating progress, and delivering on commitments

You have:

  • at least 3 years of software engineering experience

  • A degree from a top engineering university 

  • Proficiency and fluency in both English and Mandarin

  • Proficiency in JavaScript; familiarity with additional programming languages is a plus

  • A foundational understanding of relational databases and system design principles

  • Strong communication skills — you can clearly articulate technical ideas and collaborate with teammates

  • A genuine interest in joining an early-stage startup and the drive to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

  • Willingness to work on-site 4 days per week in Taipei and to accommodate nightly calls across time zones

  • A growth mindset — you see challenges as opportunities, actively seek feedback, and are always looking to level up

  • A sense of ownership and accountability — when faced with a messy codebase or a tight deadline, you lean in and find a path forward

  • A collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders

We offer:

  • Equity - Everyone at Nitra is an owner. When the company wins, you win.

  • Competitive Salary - You’re the best of the best, and your salary will reflect your experience and reward your contributions to Nitra.

Nitra values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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