Backend Senior Software Engineer

Experian Information Solutions, Inc.
UK
16 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Amazon Web Services Automation of Tests Software Debugging Python (Programming Language) Pair Programming Software Engineering Test-Driven Development (TDD) Backend

Job description

  • You will own the full Software Development Lifecycle, from understanding requirements and contributing to design decisions through to implementation, testing, deployment, monitoring, and production support.
  • Design, build, and operate backend services, including APIs, integrations, reporting, and data-focused systems.
  • Collaborate closely with Engineers, Product, and Data Scientists to shape solutions and support data-driven product capabilities.
  • Manage systems in production, including monitoring, debugging, and continuous improvement.
  • Deliver changes frequently and safely, balancing speed with high quality and reliability.
  • Communicate technical decisions and trade-offs clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Requirements

  • Solid backend experience using Python in production and experience building and running backend systems end to end.
  • Experience building and operating systems on AWS.
  • Experience practising Test Driven Development (TDD) and a strong appreciation for automated testing.
  • Experience with pair programming or other collaborative development practices.
  • The ability to explain technical concepts and trade-offs clearly to different audiences.

Benefits & conditions

  • Hybrid-based role 40% office base
  • Great compensation package and discretionary bonus plan
  • Core benefits include pension, BUPA healthcare and more
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian’s people first, inclusive and purpose driven culture is multi award-winning; World’s Best Workplaces 2025 (Fortune Global Top 25), Great Place To Work in 26 countries to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or explore our Careers Site to understand why. Experian is also proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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