Software Engineer, AdTech

Wolt; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolt is seeking a Backend Engineer to join the AdTech & Promotions team in London. The role is backend-oriented, owning cross-functional initiatives from planning to delivery.

You will design, implement and operate scalable backend services in Golang, and contribute to robust data pipelines in a fast-moving, ambiguity-rich environment that rewards ownership and clear communication. Collaborate with product, data and operations, align stakeholders and drive on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong backend engineer with Golang focus.
• Experience building scalable backend systems.
• Ability to lead cross-team initiatives in ambiguity.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools (Codex, Claude).
• Experience with NoSQL databases such as Cassandra or MongoDB.

Skills

Golang

AI-assisted development

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Codex

Claude

Agent-based development

Cassandra

MongoDB

Job description

We’re looking for a Backend Engineer to join the Wolt AdTech & Promotions team.

This role is best suited for someone who is strongly backend-oriented, thrives in ambiguity, and can take ownership of large, cross-functional initiatives from planning to delivery.

You might be a great fit if you

• Are a strong backend engineer, ideally with Golang experience
• Have experience building and operating scalable backend systems
• Are comfortable working in high-ambiguity environments and bringing structure where needed
• Can independently lead large initiatives across team boundaries, from problem definition and planning to stakeholder alignment and on-time delivery
• Communicate clearly and effectively, and know how to gather, process, and act on feedback
• Can build strong working relationships with stakeholders and keep multiple parties aligned around shared goals
• Have hands-on experience with AI-assisted engineering workflows, including tools like Codex, Claude, and agent-based development approaches
• Bring experience with NoSQL databases such as Cassandra, MongoDB, or similar technologies

Requirements

• Strong preference for Golang
• Proven ability to take ownership of complex, cross-team projects in ambiguous environments
• Strong stakeholder management, planning, and delivery skills
• Excellent communication and alignment-building skills
• Extensive experience with AI-assisted development, including tools such as Codex, Claude, and agentic workflows
• Experience with NoSQL databases such as Cassandra, MongoDB, or similar is a plus