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# Senior JVM Kotlin Backend Engineer (Hybrid, London)

- **Company:** Simple Machines
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Java Virtual Machine (JVM), SQL Databases, Backend, Kotlin, Build Management, Data Analytics, Api Design
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840575850-senior-jvm-kotlin-backend-engineer-hybrid-london

## About the Role

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and build essential backend services for a scalable marketing platform. The role requires a strong foundation in JVM-based development, preferably Kotlin, along with robust SQL experience and knowledge of automated testing. You will collaborate within a dynamic hybrid team, delivering solutions for a global telecommunications client and facing meaningful engineering challenges. Ideal candidates will have experience in cloud infrastructure and data-driven API design.
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