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# Backend Engineer: Production Systems (Perl/Go) - Hybrid

- **Company:** Netcraft
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Perl (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Reliability of Systems, Backend, Cybercrime
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815182417-backend-engineer-production-systems-perlgo--hybrid

## About the Role

Netcraft is looking for a Back End Engineer to join their engineering team in the UK. This role focuses on maintaining and improving Perl-based systems that are crucial for the company's cybercrime detection services. Responsibilities include designing and developing features, ensuring system reliability, and addressing operational issues with a proactive approach. Candidates should have strong experience in backend system development, particularly in Perl, and a keen attention to detail. Netcraft offers a supportive work environment, flexible working options, and an attractive reward package including health coverage and generous leave policies.
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## Description

Netcraft is looking for a Back End Engineer to join their engineering team in the UK. This role focuses on maintaining and improving Perl-based systems that are crucial for the company's cybercrime detection services. Responsibilities include designing and developing features, ensuring system reliability, and addressing operational issues with a proactive approach. Candidates should have strong experience in backend system development, particularly in Perl, and a keen attention to detail. Netcraft offers a supportive work environment, flexible working options, and an attractive reward package including health coverage and generous leave policies.


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