Back End Developer
• Job Title: Senior Back End Developer
• Salary Range: £90,000 – £110,000 + bonus
• Location: London | Hybrid (2–3 days office)
Our client is investing heavily in a new digital capability as part of a wider transformation programme, creating a rare opportunity to join at the very start of a greenfield product build. This Senior Back End Developer role has been created to help shape a brand-new data platform designed to support complex decision-making for major global organisations.
You’ll join a highly experienced, close-knit team with the autonomy to define architecture, tooling, and engineering standards from day one. The Senior Back End Developer will play a critical role in turning early product ideas into a scalable, production-ready platform, combining start-up agility with the backing of a well-established business.
The Senior Back End Developer will... take ownership of backend engineering for a new API-first data intelligence platform.
Role Highlights
- Design and build scalable backend systems from a true greenfield starting point
- Define architecture, balancing rapid delivery with long-term scalability
- Develop API-first services for data-heavy, enterprise-grade applications
- Embed observability, metrics, and performance tracking from day one
- Collaborate within a small, high-autonomy team shaping a new product
You Will Need
- Extensive backend development experience within data-driven B2B environments
- Strong programming skills in Python or Go, with API design expertise
- Experience building and scaling cloud-based infrastructure (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD)
- Proven use of AI-assisted development tools in real-world workflows
- Ability to break down complex problems and deliver iterative solutions
Why You’ll Love It
- £90,000 – £110,000 base salary plus annual bonus
- True greenfield project with high ownership and influence
- Clear progression as the team and product scale
- Private healthcare, strong pension, and development budget
If you’re interested in this exciting Senior Backend Engineering role and have the right experience, please apply ASAP with a copy of your CV.