Senior Backend Engineer — Greenfield SaaS, High-Impact

Jack & Jill/External ATS; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SaaS platform provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and implement scalable backend services. In this role, you will work on innovative projects, influence technical direction, and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in software development, is proficient in modern languages such as Python and Java, and has a proven track record in building high-performance applications. Join a dynamic team experiencing rapid growth in a challenging technical landscape.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience, focused on backend systems.
• Proficient in modern programming languages including Python, Go, Java, and Node.js.
• Proven ability to build and maintain high-performance, fault-tolerant applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to create solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote a culture of technical excellence.

Skills

Software development experience

Backend systems

Python

Go

Java

Node.js

Cloud platforms

Job description

A leading SaaS platform provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and implement scalable backend services. In this role, you will work on innovative projects, influence technical direction, and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in software development, is proficient in modern languages such as Python and Java, and has a proven track record in building high-performance applications. Join a dynamic team experiencing rapid growth in a challenging technical landscape.