Software Engineer, Non-EVM Integrations

Depot
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 280K

Job location

Remote
Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Cloud Computing
Datadog
Data Storage Technologies
Reliability of Systems
Backend
Terraform
Data Pipelines

Job description

  • Work closely with Backend, Platform, and Data teams to identify and resolve constraints, improving developer experience and efficiency (Cross-Team Collaboration)
  • Identify and address backend challenges before they escalate, ensuring system reliability and smooth operations (Proactive Problem-Solving)
  • Apply deep backend knowledge to resolve issues, contribute substantial code solutions, and improve team productivity (Technical Expertise & Code Contributions)
  • Design backend systems and data pipelines with scalability, maintainability, and developer experience in mind (Scalable System Design)
  • Align technical decisions with business strategy, drive organizational change, and adopt industry trends to future-proof systems (Strategic Leadership & Innovation)

Requirements

  • Proven track record of solving complex technical challenges and building scalable, high-traffic applications (Extensive Engineering Expertise)

  • Strong understanding of cloud environments (we use AWS) and system design principles with a focus on reducing complexity and cognitive load (Cloud & System Design Mastery)

  • Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, anticipate issues, and prevent problems from escalating (Problem-Solving & Adaptability)

  • Experience mentoring engineers, being a technical go-to person, and effectively communicating complex concepts (Mentorship & Communication)

  • Proficient in testing at various levels (unit, integration, etc.) and analyzing problem-solving insights to improve outcomes (Robust Testing & Analysis) Must Haves

  • Ability to persevere through setbacks with energy and drive, ensuring project delivery

  • Approachable and supportive demeanour, capable of building strong relationships across all levels

  • Skilled in aligning technical decisions with business strategy, working closely with engineering leadership

  • Ability to navigate complex political situations tactfully, ensuring initiatives progress smoothly

  • Comfort with ambiguity, uncertainty, and risk, maintaining agility in changing situations

  • Openness to actively seek and act on feedback and coaching, enhancing organisational effectiveness

  • Knowledge of event-driven architectures and different data storage systems Nice To Haves

  • Experience with ecommerce and marketplace systems in a business-to-consumer environment

  • Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code, ideally using Terraform

  • Experience using Datadog for monitoring and observability

  • Track record of successfully implementing company-wide technical initiatives

Benefits & conditions

  • PMI and cash plan healthcare access with Bupa

  • Subsidised counselling and coaching with Self Space

  • Cycle to Work scheme with options from Evans or the Green Commute Initiative

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24 / 7 confidential support

  • Mental Health First Aiders across the business for support and signposting Work / Life Balance

  • 25 days annual leave with option to carry over up to 5 days

  • 1 company-wide day off per quarter

  • Impact hours : Up to 2 days additional paid leave per year for volunteering

  • Fully paid 4 week sabbatical after completion of 5 years of consecutive service with Depop, to give you a chance to recharge or do something you love.

  • Flexible Working : MyMode hybrid-working model with Flex, Office Based, and Remote options

  • role dependant

  • All offices are dog-friendly

  • Ability to work abroad for 4 weeks per year in UK tax treaty countries Family Life

  • 18 weeks of paid parental leave for full-time regular employees

  • IVF leave, shared parental leave, and paid emergency parent / carer leave Learn + Grow :

  • Budgets for conferences, learning subscriptions, and more

  • Mentorship and programmes to upskill employees Your Future

  • Life Insurance (financial compensation of 3x your salary)

  • Pension matching up to 6% of qualifying earnings Depop Extras

  • Employees enjoy free shipping on their Depop sales within the UK.

  • Special milestones are celebrated with gifts and rewards! Seniority level Seniority level

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