Lead Backend Engineer – Sports Tech (Hybrid, London)

Two Circles; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports marketing firm in London is seeking a Lead Backend Developer with a strong background in software engineering. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience and will lead the design and implementation of innovative digital solutions. This hybrid role involves collaborating with engineering teams and clients to deliver high-quality products, making it essential to have strong technical skills in JavaScript, MongoDB, and architecture principles. The position also includes a competitive benefits package tailored to individual needs.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Discretionary Bonus

Private healthcare

Gym membership contribution

Performance Reviews every 6 months

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in software engineering.
• Strong desire to continually learn and improve.
• Hands-on experience with database systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality digital solutions.
• Create architectural diagrams for product strategies.
• Provide technical leadership for digital projects.

Skills

JavaScript fundamentals

TypeScript fundamentals

MongoDB

MySQL

PostgreSQL

React/Angular

Software architecture principles

DevOps culture

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

A leading sports marketing firm in London is seeking a Lead Backend Developer with a strong background in software engineering. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience and will lead the design and implementation of innovative digital solutions. This hybrid role involves collaborating with engineering teams and clients to deliver high-quality products, making it essential to have strong technical skills in JavaScript, MongoDB, and architecture principles. The position also includes a competitive benefits package tailored to individual needs.