Summary
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A remote web development role for an experienced independent engineer who will take ownership of a growing web platform and help determine its technical direction. You will work across a modern web application, community platform, and content site, migrate away from fragmented third-party services, and contribute broadly within a small team.
Highlights
Remote work within Malta with substantial autonomy and ownership of the web platform's technical direction. The role offers broad responsibility across web applications, backend migration, infrastructure, and occasional operational work within a small team.
Description
Location: Remote within Malta
Nomad Gate is looking for an experienced web developer to take charge of our web platform and help shape its technical direction.
This is a remote role, but it is specifically Malta-based.
You need to live in Malta—or be in the process of relocating—and intend to remain resident here long-term.
The role
Taking charge of the development of our web platform, which includes a web app (Next.js, Supabase), a forum (Discourse), and a content site (currently Jekyll, future is TBD).Migrating away from our current backend system, which relies too much on third-party services (Zapier, Pipedream, Airtable) and separate cloud functions (Google Cloud).Since we’re a small team, contributing to operational aspects of the business when needed is also expected.
The ideal candidate
You thrive when working independently, not reliant on anyone telling you what to do hour by hour.You have at least three years’ experience with modern web development, ideally including experience with React, Next.js, or similar frameworks.Experience with SQL, REST APIs, OAuth, etc is a plus.
So is managing agents such as Claude Code and Codex.Strong ability to build performant websites and secure web apps.You see the bigger picture and have strong opinions about which direction we should go.Keen attention to detail.
When you get to the animal question in the application, choose an animal with a connection to programming or software development.Strong English language and communication skills are a must.
Knowledge of Maltese is a bonus, but not required.
Benefits
Real impact in a small, international team.Fully remote (from home office or co-working space), but you need to remain resident in Malta.Flexible work hours and few meetings.
Mostly async communication.Latest-generation MacBook Air/Pro, plus other work equipment to enable you to have a comfortable work environment.The necessary support to continue improving your skills.Annual bonuses (on top of statutory bonuses and weekly allowances) depending on the business’ profitability.Generous paid leave: 26 paid working days off (five weeks plus one day), plus the 14 Maltese public holidays (with flexibility to take these whenever you want).If you get sick, we cover what social security doesn’t: You get 100% of your regular salary for up to four weeks (20 workdays), from the first day.A culture that appreciates the need for work-life balance: work hard, then disconnect! Also reduced work hours during the summer months (7 hours per day during June-August).
