Senior Backend Software Engineer

Quilter plc; Camden Town; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wealth-management business is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to lead the software development lifecycle. You will design, develop, and optimize backend systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role is open to remote work within the UK. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with PHP/Laravel and AWS, alongside strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.

Benefits

26 days holiday

Incentive scheme

Non-contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with PHP/Laravel.
• Solid hands-on experience with AWS services.
• Strong experience in backend development.
• Proficiency in using GitHub for version control and Docker for containerization.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of backend systems.
• Collaborate with teams to implement new features.
• Optimise backend code for high performance and scalability.
• Automate deployment processes using Terraform.

Skills

PHP/Laravel

AWS services

Terraform

Backend development

Cloud architecture

GitHub

Docker

Agile environments

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join our growing team. You will be responsible for leading the entire software development lifecycle—from designing and developing to testing and deploying software solutions. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, you'll help create scalable and robust solutions that power Quilter Invest’s platform. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high‑impact features, optimise backend performance, and shape the architecture that supports the company’s growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and implement new features.
• Optimise backend code to ensure high performance and scalability.
• Collaborate on AWS cloud infrastructure development and ensure reliability and availability.
• Automate deployment processes using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code).
• Maintain high code quality through automated testing and peer code reviews.
• Mentor junior developers and promote best engineering practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues when needed.

Can I work remotely? From anywhere in the UK! We have people in London, Brighton, Northern Ireland, Manchester, Leeds and more. As long as you’re in the UK and have internet, you can work wherever you want.

Diversity & Inclusion

We value diversity and strive to promote inclusivity in all aspects of our culture. We believe in equal opportunities for all, ensuring that no applicant encounters less favourable treatment based on anything but their skills, qualifications, experience, and potential. We celebrate the unique contributions of a diverse workforce and create a respectful, nurturing environment where every colleague can thrive.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with PHP/Laravel.
• Solid hands‑on experience with AWS services.
• Solid experience with Terraform (Infrastructure as Code).
• Strong experience in backend development.
• Proficient in cloud architecture.
• Proficiency in using GitHub for version control and Docker for containerization.
• Experience working in agile environments and participating in all stages of development.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote setting.
• A proactive, positive attitude with a passion for continuous learning.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work well under pressure.

Preferred but Not Essential

• Experience leading projects or teams.
• Prior experience in the fintech sector.
• Familiarity with security and data protection best practices, especially in financial services.

Benefits

• Holiday: 182 hours (26 days).
• Quilter Incentive Scheme: All employees are eligible to participate to incentivise business performance and contribution.
• Pension Scheme: A non‑contributory company pension scheme that can be boosted through personal contributions.
• Private Medical Insurance: Single cover as standard with options to increase cover to include your partner or children.
• Life Assurance: 4× your salary.
• Income Protection: 75% of salary, less state benefits, payable after 26 weeks of absence.
• Healthcare Cash Plan: Jersey employees only.
• Flexible benefits: Some benefits can be chosen via salary deduction.

About Quilter

Quilter plc is a leading wealth‑management business, helping to enable brighter financial futures for every generation. Quilter oversees £126.3 billion in customer investments (as of August 2025). The business spans financial advice, investment platforms, multi‑asset solutions, and discretionary fund management across Affluent and High Net Worth segments. At Quilter we are transforming, modernising, and staying customer‑centric as we grow.

We meet as a close‑knit team but are scaling up rapidly. We use Slack for fast communication, Teams for broader company contact, and occasionally do optional office days at our headquarters in Bank, London.