Senior Software Engineer

Job Description:

Senior Backend Software Engineer - Cloud-Native Platform | Up to £85,000 | Hybrid (Nottinghamshire HQ)

I'm delighted to be once again recruiting on behalf of my technology-led client that's building a modern, cloud-native platform from the ground up. They're looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join a high-performing team focused on delivering scalable, secure, and high-quality services using the latest tools and engineering practices.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, working in a microservices environment, and contributing to architectural decisions. The team values clean code, automation, and continuous improvement-and they're looking for someone who shares that mindset.

Key responsibilities as the Senior Back-End Software Engineer are:

• Design and develop backend services using Node.js and TypeScript, deployed in a cloud-native environment.
• Build and maintain GraphQL and REST APIs to support a range of digital products and integrations.
• Collaborate with architects, product managers, and other engineers to shape scalable technical solutions.
• Integrate with third-party platforms and services, including content systems, payment providers, and internal tools.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and DevOps practices.
• Promote engineering best practices across testing, documentation, and code quality.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and bring innovative ideas to the team.

Skills & Experience needed:

Essential:

• Strong experience with Node.js and TypeScript
• Proven background in microservices architecture
• Solid understanding of GraphQL and RESTful API design
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with CI/CD, automated testing, and modern development workflows

Desirable:

• Experience with Azure or other cloud platforms
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform)
• Exposure to event-driven architecture and messaging systems
• Containerization and orchestration experience (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

Package & Working Model

• Salary: Up to £85,000
• Hybrid working: 3 days per week onsite in Nottinghamshire HQ
• Flexible hours and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to work on a greenfield platform using modern technologies

If you're a senior engineer looking for a fresh challenge in a tech-first environment, I'd love to speak with you. Drop me a message for a confidential chat or to learn more about the team and the opportunity.

Studies suggest that women tend not to apply for a job if their CV isn't a perfect fit. Here, talent takes precedence over experience. So, if you like the role and think you could be awesome at it in time, go ahead and apply.