Backend Engineer

Midnite; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Midnite is seeking a backend engineer to enhance their innovative betting platform. With a focus on building APIs and writing efficient code, this role offers an opportunity for professional growth under experienced mentorship, in a supportive and collaborative environment, while enjoying competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

25 paid holidays a year

Flexible working

Access to mentorship programs

Exclusive discounts on retailers and subscriptions

Qualifications

• 4+ years coding experience in a dynamic or strongly typed language, preferably Python.
• Commitment to high engineering standards and desire for continuous improvement.
• Experience in participating in code reviews and collaborating with teams.

Responsibilities

• Build APIs for mobile and web applications, writing maintainable code.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to ensure quality deliverables.

Skills

Python

Coding

API development

Tools

AWS

Flask

PostgreSQL

Docker

Terraform

Job description

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000

Why Midnite?

Midnite is a next-generation betting platform that is built for today’s fandom. We are a collective of engineers and designers who all share a passion for building the best sportsbook & casino experience possible, allowing our fans to feel closer to the games they love through the rush of winning money.

Unlike the alternatives, Midnite doesn't feel like a website built two decades ago. Instead, it's a cutting-edge creation, designed and constructed from the ground up with the latest technologies. Crafting an experience that's truly intuitive, immersive, and immediately understandable is no walk in the park, but we thrive on the challenge. We believe we're on the brink of creating something truly awesome.

What will you do?

We’re looking for a backend engineer who is eager to continue their development and grow under the guidance of more experienced mentors. In this role, you'll contribute to building APIs for our mobile and web applications, writing maintainable and efficient code while adhering to project timelines. You will also be impactful and comfortable shipping to production from week one.

Technical

Our tech stack is primarily implemented in Python and hosted on AWS, incorporating technologies such as Flask, Pytest, Mypy, Docker, PostgreSQL, SQS, S3 and Terraform, and we deploy daily. While familiarity with these technologies is preferred, it's not mandatory; what matters most to us is your commitment to maintaining high engineering standards and the desire for continuous improvement.

Collaboration & Leadership

You'll closely collaborate with a team of product, design, front-end development, and trading experts, thriving in a collaborative and supportive environment. Under the mentorship of senior engineers, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills and grow within the team.

Expectations

• 4+ years of professional coding experience in a dynamic or strongly typed language, with a strong preference for Python.
• Take ownership of projects and code, from initial design through to deployment and maintenance, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software products, actively participating in all phases of the development lifecycle.
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to maintain a high standard of code quality across the team.
• Stay curious and proactive in learning about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously enhance your skills and the team's capabilities.
• Collaborate with external partners and vendors to integrate their products into Midnite's systems, taking a lead role in managing these integrations with support from senior engineers when needed.

What’s in it for you:

• Shape our future: Play a key role in our team's success, where your voice matters, and you'll have a direct impact on shaping Midnite's future.
• Connect and unwind: Take part in our quarterly gatherings where our community comes together to bond and have fun.
• Comprehensive health coverage: Look after your well-being with our outstanding zero-excess health insurance plan, which includes optical and dental coverage.
• Simplify life: Take advantage of our nursery salary sacrifice scheme, allowing you to conveniently pay your child's nursery fees straight from your paycheck.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy 25 paid holidays a year, plus generous paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave, supporting you during life's most important moments.
• Productive home office: We provide everything you need for a comfortable and ergonomic home setup, ensuring you're as productive as possible.
• Flexible working: We embrace flexible working, allowing you to adjust your schedule when life's unexpected moments arise.
• Latest tech made easy: With our salary sacrifice schemes, you can upgrade to the latest gadgets, household items, and mobile tech without the upfront cost.
• Exclusive perks: Enjoy a wide range of discounts on retailers, groceries, and subscriptions, making life a little more affordable.
• Grow with us: Expand your skills through internal and external learning opportunities while benefiting from access to mentorship programs that support your development.
• Transparent compensation: We provide competitive pay with clear team bandings and salary grids, ensuring that salary discussions are simple and fair.
• Constructive feedback: We foster a transparent culture, encouraging individual feedback and review sessions to help everyone improve.

At Midnite, we’re committed to creating equal opportunities for everyone. We actively strive to build balanced teams that reflect the diversity of our communities, including ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and all genders.

We aim to provide an inclusive and supportive interview experience for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know in advance so we can ensure you feel comfortable and set up for success.