Back End Developer

TechShack; London; Hybrid; GBP 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic software company based in London is seeking a highly experienced Lead Backend Developer. This role involves designing and building robust backend systems using Node.js and TypeScript. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop high-performance APIs and manage databases. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in cloud infrastructure and containerization, along with a passion for impactful product development. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £90k in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in backend development using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Ability to build and maintain scalable backend services.
• Experience in implementing security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and maintain backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Develop scalable, high-performance APIs with Nest.js and Express.js.
• Manage containerized applications using Docker and orchestrate with Kubernetes.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

Nest.js

Express.js

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

REST

GraphQL

WebSockets

Redis

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

AWS

GCP

Azure

Tools

Jest

Mocha

Postman

Job description

Overview

Recruitment Consultant at TechShack London. Senior - Lead Backend Developer | Node, Typescript, MongoDB | Hybrid, up to £90k

We’re looking for a highly experienced Backend Developer to join a fast-growing, ambitious start-up. This is a chance to design and build robust, scalable systems that power a product with real impact. You’ll be working closely with cross-functional teams to develop high-performance APIs, manage databases, and implement cloud-based solutions, all while shaping the backend architecture from the ground up.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Architect, build, and maintain backend services using Node.js and TypeScript
• Develop scalable, high-performance APIs with Nest.js and Express.js
• Design, optimize, and manage PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases with Prisma
• Implement REST and GraphQL endpoints and support real-time communication via WebSockets
• Apply security best practices for authentication and authorization (JWT, OAuth, etc.)
• Integrate caching and messaging using Redis (Pub/Sub)
• Manage containerized applications using Docker and orchestrate with Kubernetes
• Automate infrastructure provisioning with Terraform and manage CI/CD pipelines
• Deploy and maintain applications on AWS, GCP, or Azure, including storage solutions like S3

Who we’re looking for

• Strong expertise in Node.js and TypeScript
• Experience with frameworks Nest.js, Express.js, and ORMs such as Prisma
• Confident building RESTful and GraphQL APIs and real-time features with WebSockets
• Skilled in implementing robust security and authentication measures
• Knowledgeable in automated testing with Jest, Mocha, or Postman
• Comfortable with cloud infrastructure, containerization, and CI/CD (AWS/GCP/Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform)
• Bonus: experience with microservices, event-driven architectures, or serverless platforms

Location: London

Salary: up to £90k