Senior Backend Engineer, Maps API – Remote

Mapbox; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mapping technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Staff Software Development Engineer for its Maps API team. The role involves developing new mapping tools, maintaining service reliability, and collaborating across teams. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in backend services, proficiency in C++, Python, and AWS, and a commitment to operational excellence. This position offers opportunities for growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Supportive healthcare

Parental leave

Flexible working conditions

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience building scalable high volume low latency backend services.
• Ability to engage, learn and contribute quickly to initiatives.
• Self-starter with a communication and outcomes-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to identify and scope well-defined tasks.
• Design systems to keep pace with rapid growth.
• Promote operational excellence through testing and monitoring.

Skills

C++

Python

TypeScript

AWS

GitHub

Tools

Amazon RDS

SQL

Job description

A leading mapping technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Staff Software Development Engineer for its Maps API team. The role involves developing new mapping tools, maintaining service reliability, and collaborating across teams. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in backend services, proficiency in C++, Python, and AWS, and a commitment to operational excellence. This position offers opportunities for growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.