Backend Engineer

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Charing Cross, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 80K

Job location

Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Cloud Computing
Software Quality
Relational Databases
PostgreSQL
Performance Tuning
Google Cloud Platform
Kotlin
Kubernetes
Front End Software Development
Terraform

Job description

Our client is currently scaling their engineering department across multiple teams. As the Senior Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our technical landscape.

  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Frontend Engineers, Product Managers, and Product Designers to conceptualize and ship impactful new features.
  • Systems Design: Architect and develop core financial integrations, ensuring customer funds remain secure and transactions are processed with industry-leading efficiency.
  • Technical Leadership: Mentor your peers by sharing your expertise, driving technical innovation, and proactively identifying areas for architectural improvement.

Requirements

  • Experience: 6+ years of continuous professional experience in backend engineering.
  • Technical Proficiency: Mastery of Kotlin for server-side development.
  • Environment: A proven track record in a product-led, fast-paced environment (such as a high-growth startup or tech firm).
  • Data: Strong experience working with relational databases.
  • Infrastructure: Working knowledge of cloud platforms, with a strong preference for Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Craftsmanship: A keen eye for code quality, a passion for clean architecture, and a drive to optimize system performance.

Bonus Points

  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Terraform.
  • Experience utilizing advanced PostgreSQL features, such as GIST indexes, partitioning, and replication.

Benefits & conditions

  • Highly competitive salary and stock options.
  • Comprehensive Pension plan and Life Assurance.
  • Premium Health insurance (including Optical and Dental cover).
  • Enhanced parental leave policies.
  • 29 days of annual leave (in addition to standard Bank Holidays).
  • Weekly meal allowance and flexible working hours.
  • Commuter benefits including Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.

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