Backend Software Engineer

Fruition Group; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Backend Software Engineer for a 6-month remote contract in the UK. The role involves building and scaling complex applications, requiring strong expertise in Go, AWS, and Kubernetes. Successful candidates will drive technical solutions and participate in the full engineering life cycle while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This position is ideal for those who thrive on technical challenges and wish to make a significant impact in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Backend software engineering with commercial experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Go (Golang) and hands-on expertise with AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Experience designing and architecting systems end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale mission-critical, data-heavy applications.
• Engage in the full engineering life cycle from design through to delivery.
• Help shape and implement microservices-based architectures.

Skills

Backend software engineering

Go (Golang)

AWS

Kubernetes

Docker

Kafka

Cassandra

gRPC

Microservices design

Job description

Backend Software Engineer

UK Remote

6 Month Contract

A fantastic contract role has opened up for a highly skilled Backend Software Engineer with strong expertise in Go. This is an exciting chance to join a leading technology company known for its high engineering standards and innovative approach to distributed systems.

In this position, the Backend Software Engineer will play a central role in building and scaling mission-critical, data-heavy applications. You'll be involved across the full engineering life cycle - from system design through to development and delivery - taking ownership of solutions that drive real impact.

Working closely with an Engineering Manager and collaborating with cross-functional teams, the Backend Software Engineer will help shape and implement microservices-based architectures, while making use of modern technologies such as AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka. You'll also focus on improving performance, reliability, and scalability, contributing to design discussions, code reviews, and knowledge sharing across the team.

Backend Software Engineer - Key Skills & Experience:

• Strong background in Back End software engineering, with significant commercial experience
• Advanced proficiency in Go (Golang) and hands-on expertise with AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker
• Experience designing and architecting systems end-to-end
• Proven track record of working with complex, large-scale data applications
• Product-driven mindset and experience working in fast-moving, tech-focused organisations (eg start-ups or scale-ups)
• Additional skills with Kafka, Cassandra, gRPC, and microservices design are highly advantageous
• Open-source contributions are a plus

This is an excellent opportunity for a Backend Software Engineer who thrives on tackling technical challenges and wants to make a tangible impact. The client is looking to move quickly, so if this sounds like the role for you, don't hesitate to apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.