At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead backend development and shape cloud infrastructure on AWS and GCP.
- Company: Dynamic tech company offering a fully remote role in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £120,000, autonomy, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Ideal for those who thrive in innovative and collaborative settings.
- Why this job: Make impactful architectural decisions and build scalable systems in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in backend development and cloud technologies.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to own the systems that power our products and operations. You'll lead backend development, shape our cloud infrastructure across AWS and GCP, and make key architectural decisions that influence the future of the platform. This is a fully remote role, open to candidates based in the UK. It offers a high degree of autonomy, influence, and responsibility, ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments and enjoys building from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the design, development, and operation of the core backend services that power our consumer-facing products and internal operational tooling.
- Build scalable, low-latency systems that can handle real-time updates and significant traffic spikes during live matchdays, using caching, load management, and graceful degradation techniques.
- Lead the architecture and management of identity and user state, including authentication, profiles, preferences, permissions, and privacy-conscious data handling.
- Develop and maintain our notification platform, including push notifications (APNs/FCM), user notification preferences, audience segmentation, and delivery tracking.
- Integrate with third-party data providers and external services, ensuring robust failure handling, observability, and system resilience.
Senior Python Backend Engineer — Fully Remote, UK employer: Interact Consulting Limited
As a fully remote employer based in the UK, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to take ownership of their projects. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, we offer competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and ample opportunities for professional growth, making us an excellent choice for those seeking a meaningful career in technology.
Contact Details:
Interact Consulting Limited Recruitment Team
