Job Overview
As a Backend Software Engineer working as part of our Shield team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining backend systems and addressing customer issues in a time-sensitive manner. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand the customer needs and deliver robust solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for backend development and a desire to expand their knowledge to include some front end elements.
Core Responsibilities
- System Design and Architecture: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and define technical solutions that meet business objectives.
- Backend Development: Develop clean, efficient and maintainable code in Go, with Python and/or Java a bonus. Implement backend services, APIs, and data processing pipelines following best practices and design patterns.
- Database Design and Optimization: Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and indexing strategies for performance and scalability. Work with relational databases such as PostgreSQL.
- Integration and Interoperability: Integrate backend systems with third-party services and external APIs to enable seamless data exchange and interoperability. Ensure compatibility and consistency across different system components.
- Quality Assurance: Implement automated testing and practices to ensure the quality and reliability of backend systems. Collaborate with QA engineers to execute tests and resolve defects in a timely manner.
- Documentation and Technical Support: Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation for backend systems. Provide technical support and assistance to other team members and stakeholders as needed.
Key Skills Needed
- 3+ years of experience in backend software development with proficiency in Go. Knowledge of other languages such as Python or Java is advantageous.
- Strong understanding of software design principles, data structures, and algorithms.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Familiarity with database technologies and data modelling concepts.
- Familiarity with Microservices architecture and Kubernetes.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional team environment.
- Self motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Key Indicators of Success
- Quality of code
- Database optimisation
- Integration and interoperability
- Testing and quality assurance
- Documentation and communication
- Continuous learning and improvement
Benefits
- A competitive salary based on your experience and ability to perform in role.
- 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) + one day off for your birthday + 2 volunteering days.
- Private medical insurance.
- Life assurance - four times your base salary.
- Fantastic corporate discounts and mental wellbeing support, including a top of the line Employee Assistance Programme.
- Salary sacrifice schemes.
- Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Share Parental Leave.
- Offices in Basingstoke and London, fully stocked fridge, snacks, and catered lunches twice a week.
- Monthly socials, 4pm finishes on Fridays, 3pm Fridays during the summer months (June, July, August), three extra days off during the Christmas holidays, and a culture built on recognition, collaboration and success.