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Senior Backend Lead — AI-Driven APIs (Remote, 6m Contract)

Maxwell Bond

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in the UK is seeking a Lead Developer for a remote, 6-month contract. You will support API development for a high-traffic consumer platform, working alongside front-end engineers using AI-assisted development tools. The ideal candidate has extensive Node.js experience and a strong understanding of backend performance. This position is outside IR35, offering flexibility and the chance to work in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience with consumer-facing platforms.
  • Ability to deliver production-ready APIs fast and independently.
  • Experience with caching and optimization techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Support API development and backend delivery for a high-traffic consumer platform.
  • Collaborate effectively with front-end developers to design seamless integrations.
  • Make confident technical decisions with minimal guidance.

Skills

Node.js
RESTful API design
AI coding tools
Backend performance
Scalability
Security at production scale
Job description
A leading technology consultancy in the UK is seeking a Lead Developer for a remote, 6-month contract. You will support API development for a high-traffic consumer platform, working alongside front-end engineers using AI-assisted development tools. The ideal candidate has extensive Node.js experience and a strong understanding of backend performance. This position is outside IR35, offering flexibility and the chance to work in an innovative environment.
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