Software Engineer

trg.recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-moving startup in the AI/ML sector is on the lookout for a dynamic Back End Engineer to join their innovative team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of core systems and contribute to impactful projects, all while working in a collaborative environment that values speed and quality. With backing from leading investors and a focus on continuous learning, this position promises not just a job but a chance to shape the future of technology. If you're ready to make a measurable impact in a high-growth setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Early-stage equity

Opportunity to influence product direction

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in building and scaling backend systems in fast-paced environments.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and translating ideas into production-ready code.

Responsibilities

• Join a small, high-impact team to develop core systems.
• Influence product direction and engineering culture.

Skills

Node

Backend Systems

Cloud Platforms (AWS, GCP, Terraform)

Data Pipelines

Event-Driven Architectures

Real-Time Systems

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Software Engineer - £60-80k (London)

A fast-moving startup in the AI/ML sector is seeking a hands-on Back End Engineer to join its small, high-impact team. Backed by leading VC investors (£10 million last raise) and scaling rapidly, the company offers real ownership of core systems and the chance to ship features end-to-end.

Due to their early stage and impactful environment this is an Onsite role 5 days a week, so please only apply if thats okay with you.

Requirements

• Proven experience building and scaling backend systems in fast-paced environments
• Proficiency in Node
• Comfort operating in ambiguity and translating high-level ideas into production-ready code
• Demonstrated bias toward action, ownership mentality, and focus on delivering measurable impact
• Prior work at an early-stage startup or high-growth technology company
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and infrastructure as code (AWS, GCP, Terraform, etc.)
• Experience with data pipelines, event-driven architectures, or real-time systems

What’s on Offer

• Early-stage equity as a bonus and between £50-£80k.
• Opportunity to influence product direction, engineering culture, and core architecture
• A collaborative, mission-driven team that values speed, quality, and continuous learning

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development, Real Estate, and Engineering Services

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