Senior Backend Developer

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SaaS innovator is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their remote-first team. The role involves working with cutting-edge technologies like Node.js and TypeScript, contributing to scalable systems and engaging with automation and AI tools to enhance productivity. This is an opportunity to be part of a fast-scaling tech company revolutionizing procurement and logistics globally.

Qualifications

• Experience developing backend systems and ready to step into a senior role.
• Strong proficiency with Node.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL.
• Familiarity with modern development tools that enhance engineering efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Write robust, maintainable backend code across APIs and business logic layers.
• Apply automation tools daily to streamline dev tasks and prototype quickly.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver production-grade functionality.

Skills

Backend Development

Node.js

TypeScript

GraphQL

Automation Tools

AI Assistants

Job description

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If you're a seasoned backend developer craving more impact than just turning around tickets, this is your chance to join a trailblazing SaaS innovator where automation and AI tools are not a concept, they’re already deeply woven into day-to-day engineering.

You'll work in a cutting-edge, Node.js and TypeScript-based monorepo, engineering scalable systems through RESTful and GraphQL APIs, and building interactive real-time features over websockets.

Our client is a fast-scaling technology company revolutionising procurement and logistics on a global scale. Their digital products support thousands of users worldwide. You'll be part of a highly engaged backend team, remote-first collaboration are standard, and long-term growth is prioritised.

Your Role

• Write robust, maintainable backend code across APIs and business logic layers
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver production-grade functionality
• Apply automation tools daily to streamline dev tasks and prototype quickly
• Leverage AI tooling daily for faster problem-solving and prototyping

What You’ll Bring

• Experience developing backend systems and ready to step into a senior role
• Strong proficiency with Node.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL
• Familiarity with modern development tools that enhance engineering efficiency
• A solid grasp of both object-oriented and functional programming principles
• Prior use of AI assistants (e.g., Cursor or others) to enhance dev workflows

Key Information

Job Title: Senior Backend Developer

Work Policy: Remote-first (UK Based)

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