Backend Software Engineer / Technical Lead

Client Server; London; Hybrid; GBP 97,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A scale-up tech company in London seeks a Backend Software Engineer / Technical Lead with Python and Java expertise. This hybrid role involves leading an Agile team, enhancing software architecture and driving competitive business solutions while benefiting from a comprehensive perks package.

Benefits

25 days holiday (increasing to 30)

Vitality healthcare and wellbeing benefits

Pension

Family leave and enhanced maternity scheme

Onsite gym

Career and self-development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced backend-focused software developer with strong Python and Java skills.
• Understanding of software architecture patterns and database optimisation.
• Product-focused with good business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex systems to enhance smart matching for commercial van drivers.
• Lead Agile team through the full software development lifecycle.
• Ensure scalability and infrastructure optimisation.

Skills

Software Development

Python

Java

AWS

Agile Team Leadership

CI/CD

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Backend Software Engineer / Technical Lead (Python, Java, AWS) - London / WFH to £115k

Are you a backend-focused Software Engineer with strong Python and Java experience combined with leadership skills?

You could be progressing your career at a scale-up tech company (established 10 years), that enables smart matching for commercial van drivers and consumers via job bidding and route optimisation, streamlining processes, and delivering CO2 carbon-neutral targets.

You'll work on complex and interesting systems and enjoy a range of benefits and perks.

There's an emphasis on getting things done and immediate business impact, alongside longer-term strategy.

Location / WFH:

Hybrid work from home model with three days a week in the Hammersmith office and two days remote. When in the office, you can use the onsite gym, barista coffee, and free breakfast.

About you:

• Experienced backend-focused software developer with Python and Java, and good AWS knowledge
• Product-focused with good business acumen
• Understanding of software architecture patterns, database optimisation, infrastructure, scalability, and deployment
• Full software development lifecycle experience including CI/CD and testing
• Collaborative with Agile team leadership skills
• Likely degree in Computer Science or similar tech discipline

What's in it for you:

Competitive package as a Backend Software Engineer / Technical Lead:

• Salary up to £115k
• 25 days holiday (increasing to 30), plus Christmas Eve
• Vitality healthcare and wellbeing benefits
• Pension
• Family leave and enhanced maternity scheme
• Career and self-development opportunities
• Onsite gym, partnership with Octopus Electric Vehicles and Evans Cycle to Work scheme, showers, and towels for cycling enthusiasts