Senior Backend Engineer (Python/AWS)

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

Job summary

A leading company in the online betting sector is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their innovative team. This fully remote opportunity involves developing robust APIs and backend services using modern technologies like Python and AWS. Ideal candidates will have strong programming skills and a passion for building high-quality, scalable products.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing APIs for web and mobile applications.
• Strong knowledge of Python and AWS services.
• Proficient in modern development practices including CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend services and APIs.
• Participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers.
• Integrate third-party solutions with external partners.

Skills

Python

AWS

Flask

Docker

PostgreSQL

Continuous Integration

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watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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About the Company

Our client is a rapidly growing company in the online betting and gaming industry, building a next-generation sportsbook and casino platform. Their mission is to create an intuitive, immersive experience using modern technologies, moving away from outdated platforms to deliver a seamless, high-performance product. This is an opportunity to work with a team of engineers, designers, and trading experts who are passionate about building cutting-edge products in a fast-paced, regulated industry.

About the Role

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in developing and maintaining APIs for web and mobile applications. You’ll focus on writing robust, scalable, and maintainable code while working in a collaborative environment with designers, front-end engineers, and trading specialists.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality standards.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Work closely with external partners and vendors to integrate third-party solutions.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.

Required Skills

The backend is primarily built in Python and runs on AWS, incorporating technologies such as: Flask, Pytest, Mypy, Docker, PostgreSQL, SQS, S3, and Terraform Continuous integration and daily deployments

This is a fully remote opportunity, but requires candidates to be based in the UK.