Lead NodeJs + TypeScript Engineer

We’re growing! Don't miss the opportunity to be part of our global team as our Lead NodeJs + TypeScript Engineer

About us:

At iVisa we believe that traveling should be simple. That’s why over 1 million travelers have chosen us to facilitate their passports, visas, and other travel documents. We are the easiest, fastest, and simplest solution in the market. Our company is growing 80% year on year. We know our biggest strength is our people and we’re looking for the right new team members to help propel our culture and achieve our goals. Above all else, we always have fun!

This role involves building scrapers and other automation bots, and requires extensive experience in web scraping and browser automation using NodeJs and Puppeteer. You will be responsible for developing custom solutions to interact with various web interfaces, handle complex form submissions, bypass captchas, and more.

This is not a role where you'll be given a detailed set of instructions—success in this position depends on your ability to think creatively, independently solve complex problems, and proactively seek out solutions to new and unique challenges.

Why iVisa?

• Collaborative, friendly, and diverse culture: We foster an inclusive and vibrant atmosphere, featuring a dynamic and international environment with flat hierarchies and exceptionally amiable colleagues.
• Work from anywhere: We embrace a remote-first approach, yet we offer the opportunity for periodic in-person gatherings.
• Mental wellness sessions: Our sessions are led by certified psychologists to support your mental health.
• Training Allowance: Access an outstanding learning platform to facilitate your professional growth.
• Extended Family Leave policy: Our policy covers all birthing parents, non-birthing parents, and adopting parents.
• Thrive in a highly tech-savvy company equipped with cutting-edge tools and the power to make a substantial impact.
• Join us in our commitment to the planet and sustainability: For every iViser, we plant one tree, allowing you to contribute to our environmental initiatives.
• Rest and Relaxation: We offer PTO for all employees and Unlimited PTO for managers and above.

As a Lead NodeJs + TypeScript Engineer, you'll be responsible for:

• Develop & Implement Automation Solutions:
• Design and build advanced web scrapers and automation bots using NodeJs, TypeScript, and Puppeteer.
• Automate complex web interactions, including form submissions, file uploads, navigation through dynamic content, and custom interactions with non-standard form elements.
• Implement strategies to handle captchas, rate limiting, and anti-bot mechanisms.
• Problem Solving & Innovation:
• Identify creative solutions to overcome roadblocks and web security measures.
• Develop strategies for scraping data efficiently from various websites, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Work independently to research, prototype, and implement solutions for new and unfamiliar challenges.
• Ownership & Leadership:
• Take full ownership of your projects, from initial concept to deployment, with minimal guidance.
• Lead by example, establishing best practices for automation and web scraping.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members when needed.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Document automation scripts, strategies, and processes for future reference.
• Provide regular updates and communicate challenges and solutions to stakeholders.

What will make us choose you?

• 5+ years of experience in JavaScript development, with at least 3 years focused on web scraping or browser automation.
• Expertise in JavaScript and TypeScript with NodeJs.
• Strong experience using Puppeteer or similar browser automation libraries.
• Demonstrated experience in developing complex web scrapers and automation scripts.
• Ability to creatively solve complex problems, often with limited information or precedent.
• Understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and experience with manipulating the DOM.
• Experience with captchas, anti-bot measures, and dealing with web security mechanisms.
• Familiarity with debugging and performance optimization for high-volume scraping tasks.
• Strong self-motivation, curiosity, and a passion for tackling unique challenges.

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with other scraping and automation tools (e.g., Playwright, Selenium).
• Familiarity with cloud-based scraping and deployment solutions.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring technical teams.

iVisa ensures equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without discrimination or harassment based on race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, or medical condition.