Department: Technical

Work Arrangement: Remote

Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full Time

Work Schedule: US Time Zone (candidate expected to be flexible with the client's preference)

Locations: Philippines, LATAM, and other remote regions with excellent English communication skills

About Pearl Talent

Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.

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Role Overview

The n8n Developer combines technical workflow expertise with development skills to design, implement, and maintain enterprise-grade automation solutions that transform how businesses operate. This role bridges business requirements and technical implementation, creating powerful automations across diverse systems including CRMs, ERPs, databases, and communication platforms. You'll own the entire automation lifecycle—from building complex multi-step workflows using n8n's visual builder to writing custom JavaScript functions, developing reusable nodes, and managing n8n infrastructure. Working across industries including e-commerce, AI orchestration, commercial real estate, and SaaS platforms, you'll design sophisticated automations that reduce manual work by 80%+, process thousands of records efficiently, and eliminate billions in trapped operational value.

Your Impact

Your automation expertise will transform operational efficiency by eliminating redundant manual work and orchestrating seamless data flow across enterprise environments. You'll design workflows that process millions of daily events with 99.9%+ uptime, directly impacting business scalability and competitiveness. By building robust multi-system integrations, you'll unlock value trapped in siloed SaaS applications, enabling teams to focus on strategic outcomes rather than swivel chair work. Your custom node development and advanced orchestration will extend automation capabilities beyond pre-built integrations, solving unique business challenges. Through intelligent workflow design with comprehensive error handling, you'll create reliable 24/7 automation systems that maintain business continuity. Your work will accelerate client onboarding, marketing automation, reporting, and operational workflows while establishing technical standards that elevate engineering quality across teams.

Core Responsibilities

Workflow Development & Advanced Orchestration (35%)

Design and build sophisticated multi-system workflows using n8n's visual builder connecting 400+ integrations
Create complex automations with 20+ nodes including conditional logic, branching, and loop operations
Develop sub-workflow architecture and reusable workflow templates and patterns
Implement batch processing and high-volume data handling strategies
Build workflows that coordinate actions across 10+ different platforms with transactional integrity
Design real-time synchronization patterns with bidirectional sync and conflict resolution
Implement intelligent routing based on complex business rules and dynamic decision logic
Optimize workflows for performance, scalability, and fault-tolerance across enterprise workloads
Lead proof-of-concepts (POCs) for emerging automation opportunities

Custom Development & Integration (25%)

Develop custom nodes using JavaScript/TypeScript when native integrations don't meet requirements
Write JavaScript code to transform, validate, and enrich data between different systems
Create reusable JavaScript functions for common operations across workflows
Build lightweight custom functions extending n8n's core capabilities
Integrate various tools and APIs (Airtable, Slack, Stripe, Notion, Google Sheets, Salesforce, CRMs)
Connect diverse systems using REST APIs, webhooks, and custom authentication methods
Implement OAuth 2.0, API keys, JWT authentication, and secure credential management
Handle API rate limiting, pagination, and complex request patterns
Create database workflows interacting with SQL and NoSQL databases for data synchronization
Design and implement webhook-based real-time integrations

Error Handling, Testing & Reliability (15%)

Implement robust error handling, retry logic, and fallback mechanisms to ensure workflow reliability
Develop comprehensive testing strategies including edge cases and failure scenarios
Build monitoring and alerting systems for workflow execution and performance
Troubleshoot and optimize existing workflows for performance and reliability
Ensure workflows run reliably 24/7 with minimal maintenance requirements
Create disaster recovery procedures and backup strategies for critical automation workflows
Analyze log data to identify and resolve complex automation issues
Maintain 99.9%+ uptime for production automation systems

Infrastructure & Technical Administration (15%)

Deploy, configure, and maintain n8n instances across development, staging, and production environments
Manage workflow versioning and deployment pipelines using Git-based workflows
Implement CI/CD pipelines for automated workflow testing and deployment
Configure security best practices including credential management and API key rotation
Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize infrastructure
Work with Docker containers and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) for n8n hosting
Manage environment variables, SSL/TLS certificates, and access controls
Establish observability frameworks for system health and performance tracking

Business Partnership & Documentation (10%)

Work with stakeholders to understand business processes and translate them into technical workflows
Map automation opportunities by analyzing existing manual processes
Create comprehensive documentation for workflows including business logic and dependencies
Provide training and enablement for business users on self-service automation capabilities
Collaborate with team members and communicate clearly on automation priorities
Translate business needs into automation architecture and technical specifications
Ensure documentation clarity across technical and non-technical audiences
Provide tier 2/3 support for production workflows and resolve complex issues

Requirements

Must-Haves (Required)

n8n Experience: 1-3+ years of hands-on n8n experience in production or agency settings with demonstrated expertise in complex workflow design
JavaScript/TypeScript: Advanced proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript including ES6+ syntax, async/await, promise handling, array/object manipulation
API Integration: Deep understanding of REST APIs, JSON/XML manipulation, webhooks, OAuth authentication, and API troubleshooting
Custom Development: Proven experience with custom node development, API integrations, and writing custom functions
Systems Thinking: Ability to think in systems—spotting inefficiencies and designing automation for scale
Node.js: Strong understanding of Node.js fundamentals and server-side JavaScript
Problem-Solving: Excellent debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical problem-solving skills
Workflow Complexity: Experience building both simple and complex multi-step automations with 20+ nodes
Autonomy: Can work independently, manage priorities, and deliver results with minimal supervision
Communication: Excellent written and verbal English with ability to explain technical concepts clearly

Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)

Experience with similar workflow automation platforms (Zapier, Make, Temporal, Airflow)
Open-source contributions to n8n or related automation frameworks
Infrastructure experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, and containerization
Hands-on experience with monitoring tools (Grafana, DataDog, Prometheus)
Strong understanding of enterprise SaaS integrations (Salesforce, SAP, NetSuite, HubSpot)
Python basics for data processing and scripting
SQL proficiency for database operations and data queries
Shell scripting (Bash/PowerShell) for automation tasks
Experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Jenkins)
Certifications in AWS, Kubernetes, or DevOps infrastructure
Background in e-commerce, commercial real estate, or enterprise automation systems
Familiarity with tools like Retool, ClickUp, Airtable for workflow integration
Understanding of data privacy, compliance, and audit trail requirements

Tools Proficiency

Must-Haves (Required)

Workflow Automation: n8n (primary platform, required)
Programming: JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js
API Testing: Postman, Swagger, or similar API testing tools
Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab for workflow version management
Integration Platforms: REST APIs, webhooks, JSON/XML processing

Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)

Alternative Automation: Zapier, Make (Integromat), Temporal, Airflow
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP for infrastructure hosting
Containerization: Docker for deployment and environment management
CI/CD: GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Jenkins for automated pipelines
Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, DataDog for observability
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB for data operations
Communication: Slack, Microsoft Teams for webhook integrations
CRM/ERP: Salesforce, HubSpot, Pipedrive, NetSuite, SAP
Storage: Google Drive, Dropbox, AWS S3 for file automation
Documentation: Notion, Confluence for technical documentation
Project Management: Jira, Linear, ClickUp for workflow tracking
Scripting: Python, Bash/PowerShell for supplementary automation

Benefits

Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills
Remote Work: Fully remote — work from anywhere
Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy
Direct Mentorship: Access to global industry leaders
Learning & Development: Continuous growth resources
Global Networking: Work with international teams
Health Coverage (Philippines only): HMO after 3 months (full-time)

Our Recruitment Process

Application
Skills Assessment
Initial Screening
Top-grading Interview
Client Matching
Job Offer
Onboarding

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