Senior Backend Engineer
- bradford, west yorkshire, BD1 1AA, United Kingdom
- Permanent·Remote
- Full time
- £68,000 - £68,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is actively seeking a talented and motivated Senior Backend Engineer to join their dynamic technology team, with the flexibility of remote work. This role is integral to designing, developing, and maintaining the robust server-side logic and APIs that power our client's core products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers and product managers, to deliver high-quality, scalable, and efficient software solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to contribute to impactful projects and grow their career within a supportive and innovative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and deploy scalable and reliable backend services and APIs using modern frameworks.
- Optimize application performance, database efficiency, and system architecture for scalability and speed.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, participating actively in code reviews.
- Collaborate with front-end developers and product teams to define and implement new features.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
- Contribute to architectural discussions and technical decision-making processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 4+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
- Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, Go).
- Solid understanding of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Generous paid time off and company holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development, including training and certifications.
- Flexible working arrangements and a supportive remote work culture.


