Lead TS Backend Engineer for High-Performance Data Tools

Hyperdrive Recruiting; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is looking for a talented Lead TypeScript Backend Engineer to join their senior-level team focused on building and scaling high-performance backend systems. This position demands strong backend expertise with TypeScript, Postgres, and Redis, alongside the ability to take ownership of features from design through to support. Flexible working hours and a remote-first approach are available, supported by a culture that values personal growth and career development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Paid volunteer time

Comprehensive health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Strong backend expertise with TypeScript (Node.js), Postgres, and Redis.
• Proven experience in fast-paced startup environments, prioritizing agility and ownership.
• Ability to demonstrate end-to-end ownership of features and technical design.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale backend systems supporting a spreadsheet-like interface and various data integrations.
• Optimize high-performance systems for large data sets and scalability.
• Collaborate closely with DevOps and product teams to deliver features.

Skills

TypeScript (Node.js)

Postgres

Redis

Job description

A leading tech company is looking for a talented Lead TypeScript Backend Engineer to join their senior-level team focused on building and scaling high-performance backend systems. This position demands strong backend expertise with TypeScript, Postgres, and Redis, alongside the ability to take ownership of features from design through to support. Flexible working hours and a remote-first approach are available, supported by a culture that values personal growth and career development.