Remote API Design Jobs in the North of England

1 to 25 of 27 Remote API Design Jobs in the North of England

Technical Lead

Manchester Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
POWWR
POWWR are looking for an experienced Technical Lead to join our UK engineering team and help drive the design, development, and delivery of POWWR’s SaaS energy marketplace platform. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll guide a team of engineers spanning front-end, back-end, and data disciplines, ensuring architectural integrity, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement. You … ensuring scalability, maintainability, and alignment with POWWR’s platform strategy and product vision. Lead the development of high-performance web applications using Angular, .NET, and Azure services. Oversee the design and evolution of robust API layers (GraphQL and REST), ensuring consistency, discoverability, and strong contract boundaries across services. Champion DevOps culture by embedding CI/CD pipelines, automation … team development. Drive engineering quality through code reviews, automated testing, and test-driven development (TDD) . Contribute to cross-team technical initiatives such as shared libraries, security standards, and design system evolution. Participate in agile planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives , fostering collaboration and accountability. Ensure compliance with ISO 27001 , security best practices, and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR). Contribute More ❯
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Senior API / PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+

Altrincham, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Venchr
Senior API/PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+ Venchr is partnering with a fast-growing SaaS company that’s redefining financial management in the luxury and yachting sector. Their platform unites accounting, payments, FX, and project management into a single, powerful ecosystem — helping clients worldwide streamline complex operations with ease. They’re now seeking a Lead PHP … Developer with a strong focus on API architecture and backend systems to join their fully remote UK-based engineering team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of designing, developing, and optimizing APIs that power mission-critical services. You’ll collaborate closely with product, DevOps, and frontend teams to ensure the platform remains scalable, secure, and future-proof. Beyond … hands-on coding, you’ll play a key part in setting technical standards, mentoring other engineers, and driving forward the API and integration strategy that underpins the company’s growth. What You’ll Bring Proven experience leading backend/API development using PHP and Laravel Expertise in RESTful API design, versioning, authentication, and performance optimization Strong More ❯
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Senior API / PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+

Leigh, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Venchr
Senior API/PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+ Venchr is partnering with a fast-growing SaaS company that’s redefining financial management in the luxury and yachting sector. Their platform unites accounting, payments, FX, and project management into a single, powerful ecosystem — helping clients worldwide streamline complex operations with ease. They’re now seeking a Lead PHP … Developer with a strong focus on API architecture and backend systems to join their fully remote UK-based engineering team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of designing, developing, and optimizing APIs that power mission-critical services. You’ll collaborate closely with product, DevOps, and frontend teams to ensure the platform remains scalable, secure, and future-proof. Beyond … hands-on coding, you’ll play a key part in setting technical standards, mentoring other engineers, and driving forward the API and integration strategy that underpins the company’s growth. What You’ll Bring Proven experience leading backend/API development using PHP and Laravel Expertise in RESTful API design, versioning, authentication, and performance optimization Strong More ❯
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Senior API / PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+

Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Venchr
Senior API/PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+ Venchr is partnering with a fast-growing SaaS company that’s redefining financial management in the luxury and yachting sector. Their platform unites accounting, payments, FX, and project management into a single, powerful ecosystem — helping clients worldwide streamline complex operations with ease. They’re now seeking a Lead PHP … Developer with a strong focus on API architecture and backend systems to join their fully remote UK-based engineering team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of designing, developing, and optimizing APIs that power mission-critical services. You’ll collaborate closely with product, DevOps, and frontend teams to ensure the platform remains scalable, secure, and future-proof. Beyond … hands-on coding, you’ll play a key part in setting technical standards, mentoring other engineers, and driving forward the API and integration strategy that underpins the company’s growth. What You’ll Bring Proven experience leading backend/API development using PHP and Laravel Expertise in RESTful API design, versioning, authentication, and performance optimization Strong More ❯
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Senior API / PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Venchr
Senior API/PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+ Venchr is partnering with a fast-growing SaaS company that’s redefining financial management in the luxury and yachting sector. Their platform unites accounting, payments, FX, and project management into a single, powerful ecosystem — helping clients worldwide streamline complex operations with ease. They’re now seeking a Lead PHP … Developer with a strong focus on API architecture and backend systems to join their fully remote UK-based engineering team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of designing, developing, and optimizing APIs that power mission-critical services. You’ll collaborate closely with product, DevOps, and frontend teams to ensure the platform remains scalable, secure, and future-proof. Beyond … hands-on coding, you’ll play a key part in setting technical standards, mentoring other engineers, and driving forward the API and integration strategy that underpins the company’s growth. What You’ll Bring Proven experience leading backend/API development using PHP and Laravel Expertise in RESTful API design, versioning, authentication, and performance optimization Strong More ❯
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Senior API / PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Venchr
Senior API/PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+ Venchr is partnering with a fast-growing SaaS company that’s redefining financial management in the luxury and yachting sector. Their platform unites accounting, payments, FX, and project management into a single, powerful ecosystem — helping clients worldwide streamline complex operations with ease. They’re now seeking a Lead PHP … Developer with a strong focus on API architecture and backend systems to join their fully remote UK-based engineering team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of designing, developing, and optimizing APIs that power mission-critical services. You’ll collaborate closely with product, DevOps, and frontend teams to ensure the platform remains scalable, secure, and future-proof. Beyond … hands-on coding, you’ll play a key part in setting technical standards, mentoring other engineers, and driving forward the API and integration strategy that underpins the company’s growth. What You’ll Bring Proven experience leading backend/API development using PHP and Laravel Expertise in RESTful API design, versioning, authentication, and performance optimization Strong More ❯
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Senior API / PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+

Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Venchr
Senior API/PHP Developer – Fully Remote (UK) – £80,000+ Venchr is partnering with a fast-growing SaaS company that’s redefining financial management in the luxury and yachting sector. Their platform unites accounting, payments, FX, and project management into a single, powerful ecosystem — helping clients worldwide streamline complex operations with ease. They’re now seeking a Lead PHP … Developer with a strong focus on API architecture and backend systems to join their fully remote UK-based engineering team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of designing, developing, and optimizing APIs that power mission-critical services. You’ll collaborate closely with product, DevOps, and frontend teams to ensure the platform remains scalable, secure, and future-proof. Beyond … hands-on coding, you’ll play a key part in setting technical standards, mentoring other engineers, and driving forward the API and integration strategy that underpins the company’s growth. What You’ll Bring Proven experience leading backend/API development using PHP and Laravel Expertise in RESTful API design, versioning, authentication, and performance optimization Strong More ❯
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Solutions Architect

warrington, cheshire, north west england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
DCS Recruitment
Solutions Architect – Data Platforms & API Migration Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary £80,000 - £90,000 DOE About the Opportunity A trailblazer in the legal sector is seeking a Solutions Architect with a specialist focus on legacy systems transformation, API-centric design, and enterprise-scale data platform migration. The company is recognised for embracing cutting-edge technology and innovation … Develop a technically robust engineering roadmap for migration and integration from on-premises/legacy platforms to cloud-based solutions, ensuring APIs and data flows are optimised. Target Architecture Design: Create scalable, resilient and secure architecture blueprints for a future-state data and applications landscape using SaaS, microservices, and APIs. Integration & Migration: Lead integration strategy and data migration efforts … with technical and business leaders to ensure all roadmaps support strategic business goals. Required Experience Significant expertise in software, solutions, or application architecture, including large-scale legacy migrations and API solutions. Prior experience within professional or legal services, or highly regulated environments. Proven track record delivering portfolio rationalisation and IT modernisation projects in complex organisations. Strong hands-on experience More ❯
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Solutions Architect

bolton, greater manchester, north west england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
DCS Recruitment
Solutions Architect – Data Platforms & API Migration Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary £80,000 - £90,000 DOE About the Opportunity A trailblazer in the legal sector is seeking a Solutions Architect with a specialist focus on legacy systems transformation, API-centric design, and enterprise-scale data platform migration. The company is recognised for embracing cutting-edge technology and innovation … Develop a technically robust engineering roadmap for migration and integration from on-premises/legacy platforms to cloud-based solutions, ensuring APIs and data flows are optimised. Target Architecture Design: Create scalable, resilient and secure architecture blueprints for a future-state data and applications landscape using SaaS, microservices, and APIs. Integration & Migration: Lead integration strategy and data migration efforts … with technical and business leaders to ensure all roadmaps support strategic business goals. Required Experience Significant expertise in software, solutions, or application architecture, including large-scale legacy migrations and API solutions. Prior experience within professional or legal services, or highly regulated environments. Proven track record delivering portfolio rationalisation and IT modernisation projects in complex organisations. Strong hands-on experience More ❯
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Solutions Architect

Manchester, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
DCS Recruitment
Solutions Architect - Data Platforms & API Migration Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary £80,000 - £90,000 DOE About the Opportunity A trailblazer in the legal sector is seeking a Solutions Architect with a specialist focus on legacy systems transformation, API-centric design, and enterprise-scale data platform migration. The company is recognised for embracing cutting-edge technology and innovation … Develop a technically robust engineering roadmap for migration and integration from on-premises/legacy platforms to cloud-based solutions, ensuring APIs and data flows are optimised. Target Architecture Design: Create scalable, resilient and secure architecture blueprints for a future-state data and applications landscape using SaaS, microservices, and APIs. Integration & Migration: Lead integration strategy and data migration efforts … with technical and business leaders to ensure all roadmaps support strategic business goals. Required Experience Significant expertise in software, solutions, or application architecture, including large-scale legacy migrations and API solutions. Prior experience within professional or legal services, or highly regulated environments. Proven track record delivering portfolio rationalisation and IT modernisation projects in complex organisations. Strong hands-on experience More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 per annum
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Solutions Architect

Manchester, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
DCS Recruitment Limited
Solutions Architect - Data Platforms & API Migration Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary £80,000 - £90,000 DOE About the Opportunity A trailblazer in the legal sector is seeking a Solutions Architect with a specialist focus on legacy systems transformation, API-centric design, and enterprise-scale data platform migration. The company is recognised for embracing cutting-edge technology and innovation … Develop a technically robust engineering roadmap for migration and integration from on-premises/legacy platforms to cloud-based solutions, ensuring APIs and data flows are optimised. Target Architecture Design: Create scalable, resilient and secure architecture blueprints for a future-state data and applications landscape using SaaS, microservices, and APIs. Integration & Migration: Lead integration strategy and data migration efforts … with technical and business leaders to ensure all roadmaps support strategic business goals. Required Experience Significant expertise in software, solutions, or application architecture, including large-scale legacy migrations and API solutions. Prior experience within professional or legal services, or highly regulated environments. Proven track record delivering portfolio rationalisation and IT modernisation projects in complex organisations. Strong hands-on experience More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £80000 - £90000/annum
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Software Developer

Carnforth, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
KnoWho
considered for this role you'll need commercial experience in C#/.NET Development Tech Stack: C#/.NET Core UI Development (WPF/XAML/MVVM) Entity Framework API Design & Development OOP SQL Git/TFS Desirable skills include Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Android & Azure DevOps Role Overview: Design & architecture of applications and design More ❯
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Software Developer

preston, lancashire, north west england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
KnoWho
considered for this role you'll need commercial experience in C#/.NET Development Tech Stack: C#/.NET Core UI Development (WPF/XAML/MVVM) Entity Framework API Design & Development OOP SQL Git/TFS Desirable skills include Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Android & Azure DevOps Role Overview: Design & architecture of applications and design More ❯
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Graduate Software Engineer

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, north east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Klipboard
of demonstrations and documentation. You would contribute positively to all of these activities. You will work with senior members of the team to ensure your solutions conform to Klipboard design standards and technical solution stack. The role reports to the Delivery Manager of the relevant R&D team. We operate a hybrid working policy on completion of probation. The … Knowledge And Experience Preferred, 2:1 Upper second-degree Bachelors in a relevant discipline. 2:2 Lower second will also be considered if evidenced project Demonstrates suitable technical and design abilities. Experience of agile approaches to engineering solutions would be an advantage. Experience in the following, or similar, would be an advantage: A good understanding of VB, or the … React framework. REST-API design .NET 4.5.2+, ASP.NET, C# or similar React/JavaScript/TypeScript/Xamarin/PHP, Restful Service Design, WebAPI Skills & Qualities A true team worker with a constant focus on the goals and objectives of the team. Good problem solving and troubleshooting skills Able to communicate both verbally and in writing, articulating More ❯
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PHP Developer

Newton Aycliffe, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
NRG
such as Git. Strong problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication skills. Desirable: Experience with RESTful API design and development. Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Experience with DevOps tools and practices. Benefits: Excellent opportunities for development More ❯
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Senior Full Stack Engineer

Manchester Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
UrbanChain
to help lead the next phase of growth. The Role We’re looking for an experienced Full Stack Engineer to take ownership of full lifecycle development — from architecture and design through to deployment and optimisation. You’ll be working across both the front and back end, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to build products that directly impact the … This is a hands-on, high-impact role with real autonomy and room to grow. Key Responsibilities Build and Own Develop scalable web applications using React, Next.js, and Node.js Design and maintain secure, high-performance RESTful APIs Lead architectural decisions across the full stack Own features end-to-end, from planning through to production Collaborate Work closely with UI … current with industry trends and recommend new technologies What We’re Looking For Strong commercial experience with React, Next.js, Node.js, and JavaScript Solid understanding of back-end development and API design Experience working with cloud platforms (preferably AWS) Familiarity with both SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MongoDB) Understanding of Git, CI/CD pipelines, and secure coding More ❯
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Fullstack Engineer

sheffield, south yorkshire, yorkshire and the humber, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Octopus Energy
given day you'll likely... Work collaboratively across the company to continuously refine how our platform can create the greatest impact, scale efficiently, and operate reliably for our users Design, develop, and maintain features for the MOPO Platform that enhance functionality and user experience Optimise database performance and ensure efficient data storage and retrieval for our growing network Build … following experience... Strong proficiency in Python and Django for backend development Good working knowledge of (or similar Javascript framework, e.g. React) In-depth knowledge of MariaDB and SQL RESTful API design and development Version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines Web security best practices and performance optimization Server deployment and maintenance (e.g. nginx, cron, package More ❯
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Senior Software Engineer Node.js

Liverpool, Merseyside, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Adria Solutions
Stack or Backend Developer to play a key role in shaping the backend of our next-generation B2C platform. You’ll work closely with our front-end team to design and deliver robust, scalable APIs and infrastructure that power our consumer experience. What You’ll Do: Develop and maintain production-grade APIs and backend systems using Node.js. Leverage AI … and security for scale. Collaborate with front-end engineers to integrate APIs seamlessly. What We’re Looking For: Extensive experience building high-traffic consumer applications. Strong understanding of RESTful API design, database optimization, and security. Proven AI-assisted development workflow. Ability to work autonomously within established technical frameworks. Nice to Have: React/Next.js, Azure, Payload CMS, microservices More ❯
Employment Type: Contractor
Rate: £400 - £550 per day, Negotiable
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Engineering Manager

Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Suits Me
team of engineers, helping them grow technically and professionally Owning delivery of critical platform services that power Suits Me's financial products Overseeing the full development lifecycle, from architectural design and planning to deployment, observability, and continuous improvement Establishing engineering standards, including code quality, CI/CD, testing, and documentation practices Driving adoption of best practices around API design, data modelling, and event-driven architectures Partnering with Product, Platform, and Security teams to ensure our systems are robust, scalable, and compliant Managing technical priorities, resource planning, and delivery schedules in line with strategic goals Contributing to longer-term technology strategy and roadmap evolution What you’ll bring to Suits Me Proven experience managing or technically leading … a backend or platform engineering team Strong foundation in modern backend technologies - ideally including Node.js/TypeScript, containers, and serverless architectures Deep understanding of system design, distributed systems, and operational reliability Familiarity with cloud-native development (AWS preferred) Excellent communication skills and the ability to align technical delivery with business objectives A collaborative, supportive leadership style that promotes autonomy More ❯
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Engineering Manager

warrington, cheshire, north west england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Suits Me
team of engineers, helping them grow technically and professionally Owning delivery of critical platform services that power Suits Me's financial products Overseeing the full development lifecycle, from architectural design and planning to deployment, observability, and continuous improvement Establishing engineering standards, including code quality, CI/CD, testing, and documentation practices Driving adoption of best practices around API design, data modelling, and event-driven architectures Partnering with Product, Platform, and Security teams to ensure our systems are robust, scalable, and compliant Managing technical priorities, resource planning, and delivery schedules in line with strategic goals Contributing to longer-term technology strategy and roadmap evolution What you’ll bring to Suits Me Proven experience managing or technically leading … a backend or platform engineering team Strong foundation in modern backend technologies - ideally including Node.js/TypeScript, containers, and serverless architectures Deep understanding of system design, distributed systems, and operational reliability Familiarity with cloud-native development (AWS preferred) Excellent communication skills and the ability to align technical delivery with business objectives A collaborative, supportive leadership style that promotes autonomy More ❯
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Engineering Manager

bolton, greater manchester, north west england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Suits Me
team of engineers, helping them grow technically and professionally Owning delivery of critical platform services that power Suits Me's financial products Overseeing the full development lifecycle, from architectural design and planning to deployment, observability, and continuous improvement Establishing engineering standards, including code quality, CI/CD, testing, and documentation practices Driving adoption of best practices around API design, data modelling, and event-driven architectures Partnering with Product, Platform, and Security teams to ensure our systems are robust, scalable, and compliant Managing technical priorities, resource planning, and delivery schedules in line with strategic goals Contributing to longer-term technology strategy and roadmap evolution What you’ll bring to Suits Me Proven experience managing or technically leading … a backend or platform engineering team Strong foundation in modern backend technologies - ideally including Node.js/TypeScript, containers, and serverless architectures Deep understanding of system design, distributed systems, and operational reliability Familiarity with cloud-native development (AWS preferred) Excellent communication skills and the ability to align technical delivery with business objectives A collaborative, supportive leadership style that promotes autonomy More ❯
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Python Developer

Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
NearTech Search
ownership and contribute to software used in production from day one in a team where ideas are valued, shared, and acted upon where of benefit. What you’ll do Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs in Python Collaborate with frontend and mobile engineers on end-to-end delivery Contribute to architecture and best-practice decisions across the … stack Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code Essential experience Strong Python development skills Experience with Django (Flask/FastAPI are fine too) RESTful API design and integration Relational databases (PostgreSQL or similar) Git Worth noting: Whilst this is a backend role, you will need to have some light exposure to Javascript when required (purely for some ticketing More ❯
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Python Developer

handsworth, yorkshire and the humber, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
NearTech Search
ownership and contribute to software used in production from day one in a team where ideas are valued, shared, and acted upon where of benefit. What you’ll do Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs in Python Collaborate with frontend and mobile engineers on end-to-end delivery Contribute to architecture and best-practice decisions across the … stack Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code Essential experience Strong Python development skills Experience with Django (Flask/FastAPI are fine too) RESTful API design and integration Relational databases (PostgreSQL or similar) Git Worth noting: Whilst this is a backend role, you will need to have some light exposure to Javascript when required (purely for some ticketing More ❯
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Full Stack Engineer

Macclesfield, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
BOSS Professional Services
solving complex technical problems and bringing scalable back-end systems to life? We’re seeking a Mid-Level Full Stack Developer with strong Python/Django expertise to help design and deliver powerful workflow solutions used by customers worldwide. This role leans heavily towards back-end development , where you’ll build business logic, scheduled tasks, and integrations that keep … reliable, and maintainable Python code. You’ll work closely with scientists, product specialists, and fellow developers to ensure our software is robust, scalable, and impactful. What You’ll Do Design, build, and maintain scalable Python/Django back-end systems . Implement customer-specific workflows, automation, and scheduled tasks. Contribute to API design and data modelling to More ❯
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Full Stack Engineer

warrington, cheshire, north west england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
BOSS Professional Services
solving complex technical problems and bringing scalable back-end systems to life? We’re seeking a Mid-Level Full Stack Developer with strong Python/Django expertise to help design and deliver powerful workflow solutions used by customers worldwide. This role leans heavily towards back-end development , where you’ll build business logic, scheduled tasks, and integrations that keep … reliable, and maintainable Python code. You’ll work closely with scientists, product specialists, and fellow developers to ensure our software is robust, scalable, and impactful. What You’ll Do Design, build, and maintain scalable Python/Django back-end systems . Implement customer-specific workflows, automation, and scheduled tasks. Contribute to API design and data modelling to More ❯
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API Design
the North of England
10th Percentile
£46,500
25th Percentile
£52,500
Median
£57,500
75th Percentile
£77,188
90th Percentile
£84,250