Senior Backend Engineer

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Backend Engineer to join their growing technology team in Sheffield . You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and reliable server-side applications and APIs that power our client's core products. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor junior engineers. If you are passionate about building robust backend systems and thrive in a collaborative team environment, this is an excellent career move.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable, and high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and security, ensuring optimal performance under load.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers and product managers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Participate actively in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to improving development processes.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development .
• Strong proficiency in at least one backend language such as Python, Java, or Node.js.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Solid understanding of API design principles (RESTful APIs) and microservices architecture.
• Experience with cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• On-site working environment with modern amenities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous annual leave and company pension scheme.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.