Lead Backend and Infrastructure Engineer at well-funded tech platform

Jack & Jill/External ATS; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech platform company based in London is seeking a Lead Backend and Infrastructure Engineer to own backend systems and infrastructure. This role involves designing and maintaining robust solutions while mentoring engineers. The right candidate will have extensive backend experience and a strong grip on infrastructure management. This position offers the chance to shape core technology in a growing platform.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a lead engineer with extensive backend experience.
• Deep expertise in infrastructure management, deployment, and monitoring.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead complex technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage the entire backend architecture and infrastructure.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of all core systems.
• Drive technical decisions and best practices for backend development and operations.

Skills

Backend engineering

Infrastructure management

Problem-solving

Job description

Lead Backend and Infrastructure Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Backend and Infrastructure Engineer to take ownership of our entire backend systems and infrastructure. This pivotal role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining robust, scalable solutions, ensuring high performance and reliability. You will drive technical strategy, mentor engineers, and significantly impact the core technology powering our fast-growing platform.

Location

London, UK; Paris, France; Madrid, Spain

Why this role is remarkable

• Lead a critical function, shaping the future of the platform's core technology
• Join a well-funded tech platform backed by top-tier VCs, poised for significant growth
• Opportunity to build and scale infrastructure from the ground up, making a massive impact

What you will do

• Design, implement, and manage the entire backend architecture and infrastructure
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of all core systems
• Drive technical decisions and best practices for backend development and operations

The ideal candidate

• Proven track record as a lead engineer with extensive backend experience
• Deep expertise in infrastructure management, deployment, and monitoring
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead complex technical projects

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