Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Backend Software Engineer to join their growing technology team in Sheffield . You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and robust backend systems that power their core products. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned engineer who enjoys tackling complex technical challenges, writing high-quality code, and collaborating within a team of talented professionals. You will contribute significantly to architectural decisions and technical roadmap development in a company that values innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable and reliable backend services and APIs using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Optimize application performance, database efficiency, and system architecture for high availability and scalability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code, participating actively in code reviews.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and implement new features.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology selection decisions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development .
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language such as Java, Python, C#, or Go.
• Experience with designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Solid understanding of relational and non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous pension scheme and life insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and conference attendance.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment in Sheffield with excellent growth potential.