Head of Backend Software Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to transforming the energy sector. As the Head of Backend Software Engineering, you will lead a diverse team, driving innovative solutions in backend architecture and cloud technologies. This role offers the chance to shape the future of energy, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. With a focus on personal development and flexible working arrangements, you will thrive in an environment that values your contributions and supports your career ambitions. Be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the energy transition.

Benefits

Enhanced company pension

26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Electric vehicle charging

In-house Occupational Health Services

Company funded Private Medical Insurance

Performance related benefits

Flexible benefits such as Dental and Life Insurance

Training and development opportunities

Future career opportunities

Support for personal development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in backend cloud native software development.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on mentoring and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement backend technical strategy aligned with company goals.
• Oversee design and evolution of backend architectures for scalability.

Skills

.NET (C#)

Python

Azure services

Microservices

RESTful APIs

People management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Software Engineering

Tools

Container Apps

CosmosDB

MSSQL Server

Job description

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Head of Backend Software Engineer, Birmingham

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Client:

Uniper

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Define and implement a cohesive backend technical strategy, aligning with COO IT’s broader goals and vision.
• Oversee the design and evolution of backend architectures, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Develop and maintain a strategic roadmap for frameworks, tools, and technologies used across backend teams.
• Own all Backend Core Services of COODE Platform

Technical Oversight

• Serve as the primary authority on backend technology decisions (e.g., .NET, C#, Python, FastAPI) and cloud infrastructure (Azure, container apps).
• Ensure quality standards are met through code reviews, design reviews, and robust testing practices.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of our Backend SDK in .NET and drive improvements in .NET-based applications.
• Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and high performance.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, DevOps Engineers, Frontend Engineers, and other cross-functional leads to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Champion knowledge sharing across teams to drive best practices and consistency.

Quality & Compliance

• Set the standard for code quality, ensuring robust testing practices and documentation are in place.
• Implement security and compliance protocols, identifying and mitigating risks.
• Drive continuous improvement in incident response and monitoring strategies.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Strong & proven experience in .NET (C#) and Python backend cloud native software development.
• Hands-on experience with Azure services, including containers (e.g., Container Apps) and data solutions (CosmosDB, MSSQL Server).
• Solid understanding of common software architectures (microservices, RESTful APIs, event-driven, etc.).
• Demonstrated success in leading and scaling software engineering teams.
• Strong people management, mentorship, and coaching abilities.
• Expertise in defining and driving technology roadmaps in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to balance long-term vision with day-to-day delivery of high-quality backend solutions.
• Excellent analytical skills and adept at resolving complex technical challenges.
• Clear and effective communicator, with the ability to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.

At Uniper, we not only reward our employees with attractive salaries, an excellent company pension and health related benefits for their hard work and dedication to shaping the future energy transition. You can also expect a supportive working culture that offers a wide range of creative and innovative ideas. We enable various flexible working arrangements, whilst also supporting with home office equipment.

Through regular training and workshops, together we work towards visualising yourself in our company as if it were your own. We support you in highlighting your individual potential, achieving your personal goals, and reaching your ambitions. We invite you to become part of our diverse company with international colleagues from more than 80 countries. As an employer, Uniper has committed itself to providing special support to certain areas:

• Personal development and Learning opportunities
• Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric vehicle charging at our sites
• I In house Occupational Health Services
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
• Performance related benefits
• Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Workor buy and sell extra holiday
• Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager Lauren- [emailprotected]

Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.

Further Information

Deadline:

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.