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JavaScript Engineer (React.js/Node.js)

Location:
Poland, Ukraine (Lviv, Cherkasy), Remote
Level:
Middle
English:
Project stage:

The project started in 2017 and is now in the active development phase

Project Overview

The project we are working on is an outsourcing service that integrates with third-party systems to provide customer experience services.

We have been working on this project for 6 years, it has grown from a startup to a successful product. Now the stage of active development is continuing.

The main goal of the project is to disrupt the tired and ineffective customer service model.

Technical Details:
Job Highlights:
  • Work in the context of the current job consists of 80/20 frontend to backend
  • It's ok for us if your backend experience is based on another programming language, and you want to switch to the Node.js stack
  • Some parts of the codebase have not been touched since 2017-2019 and require some love, refactoring, and suggestions for improvements. Other sections are very new. The project is dynamic and in continuous evolution, adding new features and services, enhancing existing ones, and updating areas as needed. The customer is open to pragmatic experimentation and trying new approaches.
  • Several Web Apps on React. Lots of third-party API integrations
  • The platform has a live production, and features in the release begin to be used immediately

Team Composition:

9 Software Engineers, 3 QA, 1 AQA, and a Delivery Manager

Responsibilities
  • Support, optimization, and develop new features on Web Apps
  • New features on Decision Tree (one of the parts of Web App)
  • Refactoring of existing code base
  • Troubleshooting, reverse engineering of the existing codebase
  • Investigations/PoCs
  • Writing unit tests
  • Code review
  • Communicating with the entire development team, including the team in the USA
  • Working with business requirements from clarification to ready state (there is no BA on the project)
  • Ability to propose new ideas that can be added to the workflow

Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience building Web Applications 
  • Experience with React
  • Experience with Node.js or desire to switch to JS stack from other programming languages
  • Experience with Express, REST will be a plus
  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Experience with non-relational databases such as MongoDB
  • Understanding Basics Design Patterns
  • A solid grounding in Computer Science fundamentals, data structures, algorithmsь, and object-oriented design practices
  • Following the basic programming principles (DRY, KISS, Abstraction Principle, Avoid Creating a YAGNI)
  • Experience in unit testing
  • Upper-Intermediate level of English

Workflow
  • Scrum
  • 2-week sprints
  • Release each Sprint
  • Daily meetings at 11:00 CET every day, and Mon-Tue 17:30-18:00 CET
  • Retrospectives once per 2 weeks by Thursday 11:00-12:00 CET  
  • Late meetings: once per week on Thursday 17:30-18:30 CET

Our Benefits

Work & Life Balance

20 paid working days off
Soulful corporate events and team buildings
Opportunity to work remotely

Work Environment

All the necessary equipment
A comfortable and modern office
Accounting services
Relocation reimbursement

Health & Wellness

Health insurance
$600 extra for the health care, sports or mental health
10 working days of sick leave

Professional Development

$600/year you can spend on:
Courses, trainings, seminars
Improvement of qualification/ certification
English lessons

[ our values/ ]

What Keeps Us Sharp and Steady

We cut the fluff and keep it real—owning our work, refining our craft, and always leveling up. No excuses, just a team that’s in it together, pushing boundaries and delivering results.
Pragmatic

Pragmatic

Theory’s cute, but results pay the bills. Perfect’s a fairy tale—done right is what counts.
Adult

Adult

No drama, no sugarcoating. We own our wins and our screw-ups, and treat failure like free tuition.
Craftspeople

Craftspeople

We’re not assembly-line coders. We build, we refine, and we don’t put a fresh coat of paint on bad code.
Forever Learners

Forever Learners

Falling behind? We leave that to others. Leveling up fast, chasing down answers, and never settling for “I don’t know.”
Great Allies

Great Allies

No lone wolves here. We listen before we talk, communicate like grown-ups, and make the ride better for everyone.

[ global team, remote freedom/ ]

Headquartered in the USA and Ukraine, but our team? We're everywhere.

We’re fully remote, so you can work wherever you’re most productive.
Costa Rica
Team Hub
USA
Strategic & Office & Team Hub
Spain
Strategic & Team Hub
Poland
Strategic & Team Hub
Romania
Team Hub
Ukraine
Office & Team Hub
Costa Rica
Bulgaria
Team Hub
Georgia
Team Hub
Armenia
Team Hub
Lviv
Mykoly Voronoho Street, 3, Lviv, Ukraine, 79000
anastasia.boyko@mev.com
Cherkasy
Pushkina Street, 100, Cherkasy, Ukraine, 18000
vladyslava.korol@mev.com
Walnut Creek
1212 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek, California, USA
solutions@mev.com

FAQs

Got questions? No worries, we've got all your answers covered in our FAQ!

Absolutely! We offer flexible remote work options, so you can work from anywhere worldwide. Prefer the office vibe? We’ve got a modern, comfy workspace in Ukraine, fully equipped with everything you need.

We have a structured onboarding process to make your transition smooth and welcoming. You’ll have access to mentors, detailed resources, and a supportive team to help you hit the ground running.

We conduct performance reviews every six months to assess your achievements, align your goals with the company’s vision, and identify growth opportunities. During these reviews, you’ll:

  • Get a clear picture of your strengths and areas to improve
  • Receive feedback on your performance and productivity
  • Set goals that align with your career path and the company’s strategy

At MEV, we’re all about continuous learning and growth. Here’s what a typical path looks like for a Software Engineer:

  • Junior Engineer: Build foundational skills like bug fixing and documentation with guidance from senior team members.
  • Mid-level Engineer: Take on more complex tasks, mentor junior engineers, and play a bigger role in problem-solving and code optimization.
  • Senior Engineer: Lead projects, tackle high-level technical challenges, and align technical work with business goals. You’ll also mentor others and drive innovation within the team.
  • Staff Engineer: Lead large-scale projects, design system-wide architectures, and manage multi-team efforts. You’ll mentor senior engineers and steer the technical strategy.

At every step, your responsibilities grow—and so does your impact. Regular reviews and professional development opportunities keep you moving forward.

We believe in open, transparent communication and a collaborative culture. Regular team meetings, project updates, and social events keep everyone connected and engaged.

We’re big on balance. Here’s what we offer:

  • 20 paid vacation days per year
  • 10 sick days
  • Flexible working hours

Your well-being matters to us. We offer:

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • $600 annually for healthcare, sports, or mental health support

We invest in your growth. You’ll get $600 annually to spend on:

  • Courses, trainings, and seminars
  • Professional certifications
  • English lessons

Our culture is built on mutual respect, continuous learning, and a passion for innovation. We value diversity, creativity, and a good sense of humor. We’re a team of professionals who support each other, celebrate successes, and challenge ourselves to grow.

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