> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3199188-backend-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3199188-backend-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Backend Engineer - **Company:** Wolt - **Location:** UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, MongoDB, NoSQL, Backend, Cassandra, Golang - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/software-engineer-wolt-english-8347601 ## About the Role This role is best suited for someone who is strongly backend-oriented, thrives in ambiguity, and can take ownership of large, cross-functional initiatives from planning to delivery. You might be a great fit if you * Are a strong backend engineer, ideally with Golang experience * Have experience building and operating scalable backend systems * Are comfortable working in high-ambiguity environments and bringing structure where needed * Can independently lead large initiatives across team boundaries, from problem definition and planning to stakeholder alignment and on-time delivery * Communicate clearly and effectively, and know how to gather, process, and act on feedback * Can build strong working relationships with stakeholders and keep multiple parties aligned around shared goals * Have hands-on experience with AI-assisted engineering workflows, including tools like Codex, Claude, and agent-based development approaches * Bring experience with NoSQL databases such as Cassandra, MongoDB, or similar technologies, * Backend engineering experience * Strong preference for Golang * Proven ability to take ownership of complex, cross-team projects in ambiguous environments * Strong stakeholder management, planning, and delivery skills * Excellent communication and alignment-building skills * Extensive experience with AI-assisted development, including tools such as Codex, Claude, and agentic workflows * Experience with NoSQL databases such as Cassandra, MongoDB, or similar is a plus ## Related Videos - [40 Minutes to Build a Serverless COVID-19 REST and GraphQL APIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/208-40-minutes-to-build-a-serverless-covid-19-rest-and-graphql-apis) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers) - [MLOps and AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/347-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) ## Related Articles - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [20 Essential Tools For Backend Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/218-20-essential-tools-for-backend-development)