Senior Backend Developer

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

Job summary

A fast-scaling technology company in the UK is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their innovative team. You'll be working with Node.js and TypeScript on scalable systems, driving automation and AI tooling in daily engineering tasks. The role supports remote-first collaboration and offers long-term growth opportunities within a pioneering SaaS environment.

Qualifications

• Experience developing backend systems and readiness for a senior role.
• Strong proficiency with Node.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL.
• Familiarity with modern development tools to enhance efficiency.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

GraphQL

Object-oriented programming

Functional programming

AI tooling

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 just concepts but are already deeply integrated into daily 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, with remote-first collaboration as standard, and long-term growth opportunities.

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 development tasks and prototype quickly
• Leverage AI tooling daily for faster problem-solving and prototyping

What You’ll Bring

• Experience developing backend systems and readiness 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 experience using AI assistants (e.g., Cursor or others) to enhance workflows

Key Information

Job Title: Senior Backend Developer

Work Policy: Remote-first (UK Based)

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