Backend-focused engineer for systems where downtime costs money
I build resilient APIs, optimize performance bottlenecks, and design integrations that don't break at 3 AM. For SaaS, gaming, and data-driven platforms that need correctness, not just speed.
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About Me
When you hire Node.js developer with production expertise, you get more than code. As a Nest.js developer for hire and freelance backend developer, I will make sure your code is clean, easy to understand and production-ready. Available as a senior full stack developer with transparent Node.js contractor rates, I focus on building resilient systems through architectural discipline rather than quick fixes.
Why I Do This
I started as a junior developer debugging production crashes in a high-stakes sports data pipeline. Watching systems fail under real-world load - and learning to prevent it - taught me that uptime isn't luck. It's architectural discipline. Now I work with teams who understand that prevention costs less than firefighting.
What I Believe
Production systems reveal bad assumptions
I design for failure, not perfection.
Performance is a feature
Users don't wait for slow pages; clients don't tolerate unreliable APIs.
AI is a force multiplier, not a substitute
I know when to prototype with Claude and when to manually debug distributed systems.
Remote work requires over-communication
I document decisions, share context early, and assume async-first collaboration.
Background
Full-stack developer based in Europe with 5+ years building and operating production systems for betting platforms, Web3 gaming, and multilingual SaaS applications.
I specialize in the backend work that keeps businesses running: scalable APIs, third-party integrations (Stripe, AWS S3, SES), performance optimization (Core Web Vitals consistently >95), and the kind of monitoring that prevents 3 AM emergencies.
I work exclusively remote with a limited number of clients to ensure deep focus on systems that matter.
Availability
Currently accepting 1-2 new projects for Q1 2026. Project engagements typically range from €5,000-€25,000 depending on scope and timeline.
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Why hire a backend specialist instead of a full-service agency?
| Factor | Backend Specialist (Me) | Web Development Agency |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Structure | €5k-€25k per project, no overhead markup | €15k-€80k+ with 30-40% agency markup |
| Communication | Direct access to the person writing your code. Zero intermediaries, zero scrum nonsense, meetings only when required, pure clarity. | Chain of command can slow or confuse communication: Account manager → project manager → developer. Misunderstood agile practices waste productivity of developers. |
| Response Time | Same-day responses, timezone-aligned availability | Typically 24-48h through ticketing system, or automated AI generated responses that mean nothing. |
| Technical Depth | 5+ years production backend experience, debugs distributed systems | Generalist developers rotated across projects - you never know what you're going to get |
| Production Knowledge | Handles real-time systems, API optimization, database tuning and is capable with front end | Builds features, escalates complex issues |
| Best For | Full-stack MVPs, Performance bottlenecks, API design, third-party integrations, scaling | Design-heavy projects, multi-platform apps, embedded systems, law and bureaucracy-heavy environments, marketing tasks |
| Accountability | I own the code I ship and monitor it post-launch | Developer may rotate off after delivery |
| Focus | Limited clients (1-2 at a time) for deep engagement | 10+ simultaneous projects, divided attention |
TL;DR
When to choose an agency: You need digital marketing, SEO, brand design, mobile apps, embedded systems, or a full marketing website with CMS.
When to choose me: Your backend is slow, unstable, or blocking product development. Your front-end is buggy and not responsive. You have a third-party API integration that's causing headaches. You need a full-stack MVP built on a tight timeline. You want to scale your infrastructure to support more users without downtime. Your CI pipelines break all the time.
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