Backend Software Engineer / Technical Lead

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scale-up tech company in Slough is seeking a Backend Software Engineer / Technical Lead skilled in Python, Java, and AWS. This hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity to impact commercial van driver business through innovative systems, along with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits such as a gym and healthcare support.

Benefits

25 days holiday (increasing to 30), plus Christmas Eve

Vitality healthcare and wellbeing benefits

Pension

Family leave and enhanced maternity scheme

Continuous career and self-development opportunities

Onsite gym and cycling support

Qualifications

• Experienced in backend development with Python and Java.
• Knowledge of AWS and software architecture.
• Experience in the full software development lifecycle, CI/CD, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex systems focused on route optimization and CO2 targets.
• Collaborate with the Agile team, leading development efforts.
• Engage in scalability, deployment, and database optimization.

Skills

Python

Java

AWS

Agile

Software architecture patterns

Education

Degree in Computer Science or similar

Job description

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Client:

Client Server

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

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

Are you a backend focussed 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 be working on complex and interesting systems and can enjoy a range of benefits and perks.

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

Location / WFH:

There's a hybrid work from home model with three days a week in the Hammersmith office and the other two work from home. When in the office you can make use of the onsite gym, barista coffee and free breakfast.

About you:

• You're an experienced, backend focused software developer with Python and Java and good knowledge of AWS
• You're product focussed with good business acumen
• You have a good understanding of software architecture patterns, database optimisation, infrastructure, scalability and deployment
• You have full software development lifecycle experience including CI/CD and testing
• You're collaborative with Agile team leadership skills
• You're likely to be degree educated in Computer Science or similar tech discipline

What's in it for you:

As a Backend Software Engineer / Technical Lead you will receive a competitive package:

• Salary to £115k
• 25 days holiday (increasing to 30), plus Christmas Eve
• Vitality healthcare plus a host of wellbeing benefits
• Pension
• Family leave and enhanced maternity scheme
• Continual career and self development opportunities
• Onsite gym, and partnership with Octopus Electric Vehicles and Evans Cycle to Work scheme, there's showers and towels if you do decide to cycle!

Apply now to find out more about this Backend Software Engineer / Technical Lead (Python Java AWS) opportunity.

At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.