Principle Backend Developer

context recruitment; Remote; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data centre provider is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their remote team. This role requires expertise in Node.js and TypeScript, focusing on architecting scalable solutions for large-scale systems. Key responsibilities include developing high-performance backend applications, optimizing database performance, and ensuring code quality. The ideal candidate will possess extensive server-side development experience and must be eligible for SC clearance. Offering a salary up to £90,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Extensive server-side development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript.
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms and deployment strategies.
• Deep knowledge of software architecture and design patterns.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tooling.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop scalable backend systems for enterprise-level applications.
• Build and maintain robust Node.js services using TypeScript.
• Optimise SQL queries and database performance.
• Deploy and manage applications in cloud environments.
• Maintain clean, well-tested, and well-documented code.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

Cloud technologies

SQL optimization

Software architecture

CI/CD pipelines

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Backend Developer

Salary: Up to £90,000 per annum
Client: Leading Data Centre Provider

We're working with a well-established Data Centre Provider to recruit a highly experienced Senior Backend Developer. This is a remote role open to UK-based candidates, offering the chance to work on large-scale systems that support critical national infrastructure.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned backend engineer with deep expertise in Node.js and TypeScript, who enjoys architecting scalable solutions and working with modern cloud technologies.

You'll be responsible for designing and building high-performance backend applications, contributing to the development of internal tools and processes, and ensuring code quality through testing and documentation. You'll also help shape technical standards and collaborate closely with other teams across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and develop scalable backend systems for enterprise‑level applications
• Build and maintain robust Node.js services using TypeScript
• Optimise SQL queries and database performance
• Deploy and manage applications in cloud environments
• Customise build and development tools to suit project needs
• Apply best practices in software design, including SOLID principles and dependency injection
• Maintain clean, well‑tested, and well‑documented code
• Contribute to unit and integration testing across all deliverables
• Work closely with frontend developers to ensure seamless integration
• Stay up to date with emerging trends in backend development and share insights with the team

Required experience

• Extensive server‑side development experience
• Strong proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms and deployment strategies
• Deep knowledge of software architecture and design patterns
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tooling
• Excellent communication and collaboration skillsMust be eligible for SC clearance.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a forward‑thinking organisation at the forefront of digital infrastructure. If you're ready to take the next step in your backend development career, we'd love to hear from you.

Paying up to £90,000, depending on experience.

100% remote based.

Must be eligible to work in the UK.