Full Stack TypeScript Staff Engineer

Xpertise Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 85,500 - 104,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £95,000

Performance bonus up to 30%

Generous pension contribution

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Full Stack TypeScript Staff Engineer to lead backend development in the financial services sector. You'll design scalable REST microservices and mentor engineering teams while promoting best practices. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of backend development experience, strong proficiency in TypeScript and Node.js, and a solid understanding of clean code principles. This position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a flexible hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in software engineering on large-scale commercial projects.
• Proficient in TypeScript and Node.js with strong hands-on experience.
• Experience in designing and implementing REST-based microservices.

Responsibilities

• Lead backend development initiatives and mentor engineers.
• Design and implement scalable REST-based microservices.
• Collaborate with architects and stakeholders for system delivery.

Skills

Backend Development

TypeScript

Node.js

REST Microservices

Clean Code Principles

CI/CD

Agile Methodologies

Job description

Join to apply for the Full Stack TypeScript Staff Engineer role at Xpertise Recruitment

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Up to £95,000 + up to 30% bonus + generous pension

Location: Central London (1 day per week in office)

Type: Permanent

About the Role

They are a leading organisation in the financial and insurance services sector, focused on delivering innovative digital solutions to millions of customers. As a Staff Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions. You'll act as a technical authority, guiding engineering practices and contributing to strategic outcomes across teams.

What You'll Do

• Lead backend development initiatives and mentor engineers to ensure best practices.
• Design and implement REST-based microservices with a focus on scalability and maintainability.
• Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to deliver secure, resilient, and high-performing systems.
• Promote continuous improvement in processes, culture, and technical standards.

What We're Looking For

• Expertise in Backend Development: Minimum 4 years on large-scale commercial projects.
• TypeScript & Node.js: Strong proficiency and hands-on experience.
• REST Microservices: Proven track record in designing and implementing microservice architectures.
• Solid understanding of clean code principles, layered architectures, and TDD.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, Git/Git Flow, and agile methodologies.

Nice to Have

• React and React Native experience.
• Exposure to regulatory environments or compliance-driven projects.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary up to £95,000.
• Performance bonus up to 30%.
• Generous pension contribution.
• Flexible hybrid working (only one day per week in Central London office).

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Information Technology and Finance
• Desktop Computing Software Products and Mobile Computing Software Products