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    Node.JS Developer (Event Digitization)

    Haystack People (client company)
    Amsterdam Fulltime €4.000 - €5.500 per maand (excl. vakantiegeld) 2026-08-23

    About Haystack People (client company)

    Our client is a rapidly expanding scale-up in the event industry, providing an all-in-one solution for digitizing events both nationally and internationally. Their platform handles everything from registrations and communications to creating interactive visitor experiences via web applications. They are a market leader in their niche, driven by innovation, and continuously developing their application with the latest technologies. The company fosters an informal environment that encourages personal growth and is home to a dedicated team passionate about product development.

    About the Position

    Introduction

    Are you a passionate Node.js developer ready to take over crucial responsibilities from the current Head of IT and make a significant impact in a rapidly growing scale-up? Join a leading player in the event digitization sector and contribute to an innovative platform that transforms the event experience.

    Responsibilities

    • Develop and maintain the backend of the core application using Node.js and NestJS.
    • Implement new functionalities and optimize existing features for an all-in-one event digitization solution (registration, ticketing, access, matchmaking, personalized agendas, etc.).
    • Work within a self-managing scrum team of 4 developers.
    • Take on significant responsibilities from the current Head of IT, with the potential to become the technical lead for the backend team as they transition to a CTO role.
    • Contribute your ideas and input to continuously improve the platform.

    Requirements

    • Completed HBO/WO education (Bachelor's/Master's degree) in a relevant field.
    • Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience as a Node.js developer.
    • Experience with NestJS, Docker, and PostgreSQL.
    • Proactive, driven, and passionate about software development.
    • Excellent communication skills.
    • Team player, enjoying collaboration within a scrum team.
    • Dutch language skills preferred (working knowledge required for this role based in the Netherlands).

    Nice to Have

    • Experience with AWS.

    Benefits

    • 25 vacation days.
    • Good pension scheme.
    • Travel allowance.
    • Training opportunities and budget for personal development.
    • Company laptop.
    • Highly informal work atmosphere with flat hierarchies and significant autonomy.
    • Opportunity to work in a fast-growing scale-up with high impact potential.
    • Enjoyable team outings and social gatherings.
    • Hybrid work model (minimum 3 days in the office).

    About Company

    Our client is a rapidly expanding scale-up in the event industry, providing an all-in-one solution for digitizing events both nationally and internationally. Their platform handles everything from registrations and communications to creating interactive visitor experiences via web applications. They are a market leader in their niche, driven by innovation, and continuously developing their application with the latest technologies. The company fosters an informal environment that encourages personal growth and is home to a dedicated team passionate about product development.

    How to Apply

    If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact Sven van der Ham at 0612660144 or sven@haystackpeople.nl.

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    Location

    Amsterdam

    Type

    Fulltime

    Keywords

    Node.js
    NestJS
    PostgreSQL
    Docker
    AWS
    Backend Development
    Scale-up
    Event Tech
    Full-Stack
    Scrum
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    Node.JS Developer (Event Digitization)

    Haystack People (client company)