Senior Backend Engineer

Oliver Bernard; Remote; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PropTech company in the UK is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for a remote role. This position requires strong expertise in Python and Django, along with experience in designing and maintaining APIs and microservices. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in Backend Engineering and a solid understanding of data structures and algorithms. The role involves mentoring junior engineers and participating in code reviews to ensure engineering excellence. Competitive salary of £70K offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Backend Engineering.
• Strong Python and Django experience.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain APIs, microservices, and data pipelines.
• Write clean, testable, maintainable code following best design patterns.
• Optimise databases and craft complex SQL queries.
• Improve system performance across APIs and backend workflows.
• Participate in code reviews and drive engineering excellence.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team growth.

Skills

Backend Engineering

Python

Django

SQL optimisation

Microservices architecture

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Backend Engineer | Remote | Python, Django, AWS | £70K

We’re partnered with a rapidly scaling, industry-leading PropTech company that is redefining property management through real-time, cloud-based technology. Backed by top-tier global investors, they’re building a next-generation platform that enables property professionals to make instant, informed decisions.

As their engineering team expands, they’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer who is not only technically strong but highly enthusiastic, driven, and eager to grow. Someone who thrives on building impactful solutions, takes pride in being productive, and is motivated to progress within a fast-scaling environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain APIs, microservices, and data pipelines
• Write clean, testable, maintainable code following best design patterns
• Optimise databases and craft complex SQL queries
• Improve system performance across APIs and backend workflows
• Participate in code reviews and drive engineering excellence
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Backend Engineering
• Strong Python and Django experience.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns
• Excellent communication skills; ability to simplify complex concepts
• Strong experience with relational databases & SQL optimisation

If you are interested in this role, please send across your CV to [e-mail]