At a Glance
- Tasks: Architect scalable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript in a microservices environment.
- Company: LightWork AI is a stealth-mode startup focused on automating property management workflows.
- Benefits: Join a founding team with experience from Revolut and significant market impact potential.
- Other info: Position based in London, UK.
- Why this job: Lead the engineering culture and backend architecture in a high-demand AI sector.
- Qualifications: Requires 7+ years of experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and relational databases like PostgreSQL.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Stealth‑mode AI startup building the operating system for property management, led by a Head of Engineering who scaled a Fintech to a $35M Series B and backed by Entrepreneur First and Cambridge alumni.
As the most senior backend hire, you will architect the core systems powering a sophisticated AI assistant designed to automate 90% of property management workflows. You will lead from the front, designing event‑driven architectures and scaling APIs for a platform already pilot‑testing with high demand as it moves toward revenue.
Why this role is remarkable:
- Rare chance to join a category‑defining AI company as the senior technical lead, working directly with a founding team of ex‑Revolut and industry experts.
- Massive market impact, building automation for a sector where teams currently spend 75% of their time on repetitive manual admin.
- High‑influence leadership role where you will shape the engineering culture, technical standards, and backend architecture from the ground up.
What You Will Do:
- Architect and build scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js and TypeScript within a microservices and event‑driven environment.
- Integrate backend systems with LLMs and AI models to automate real‑time communications, compliance, and maintenance workflows.
- Mentor the engineering team, lead code reviews, and collaborate across AI and product functions to translate complex business needs into technical reality.
The ideal candidate:
- At least 7 years of professional experience with deep expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, and relational databases like PostgreSQL.
- Proven track record of designing and operating production‑grade microservice or event‑driven architectures in high‑growth startup environments.
- Strong leadership profile with experience mentoring engineers and a genuine ownership mentality toward building robust, maintainable systems.
Lead Backend Engineer at LightWork AI employer: Jack & Jill
LightWork AI is located in London and is backed by Entrepreneur First and Cambridge alumni. The team includes industry experts from Revolut, aiming to revolutionise property management through AI automation. Employees can expect a high-impact role in a rapidly growing startup environment.
