# Backend Engineer (Typescript and go), Contract to hire. at 66degrees 66degrees is seeking a Backend Engineer to lead the modernization of client microservices architecture on Google Cloud Platform. You'll design and deploy scalable backend systems using TypeScript and Node.js as your primary focus, with Go as a secondary technology. This is a client-facing consulting role where you'll work directly with stakeholders to understand requirements, communicate technical approaches, and deliver solutions that enhance performance and reliability across existing systems. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of hands-on backend engineering experience with TypeScript and Node.js, plus at least 2 years of production work with Go. GCP microservices experience is valued but not required. You'll collaborate across cross-functional teams to integrate modern middleware and cloud services, so strong communication skills matter as much as technical depth. Full availability during Mountain Time business hours is essential. This is a contract-to-hire position based remotely anywhere in the United States. Note that visa sponsorship is not available. 66degrees is an AI transformation consulting firm built from the convergence of cloud, AI, and data expertise, and they're committed to making final hiring decisions through their human talent team. Location: United States, Remote Apply: https://getfoundi.com/apply/backend-engineer-typescript-and-go-contract-to-hire-66degree-5fedf3a9 Sourced and republished by GetFoundi - an AI-discoverable job board.